Rayed Pearl Oyster
Pinctada radiata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–150 m
- Max size: 10.1 cm
The rayed pearl oyster fastens itself to rock, dead coral and sunken objects with byssal threads, often gathering in large natural banks. It grows to around 10 centimetres and is gathered across the Indo Pacific for its meat, its shining shell and the pearls it can produce.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Ostreida › Margaritidae › Pinctada
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 140890.
FAQ
- How deep does the Rayed Pearl Oyster live?
- The Rayed Pearl Oyster (Pinctada radiata) is typically found at 0–150 m.
- How big does the Rayed Pearl Oyster get?
- The Rayed Pearl Oyster grows to about 10.1 cm.