Mangrove Cupped Oyster
Crassostrea rhizophorae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 12 cm
This oyster cements itself to mangrove roots, rocks and other oyster shells in the intertidal and shallow subtidal of warm coasts. It reaches about 12 centimetres and is heavily harvested for food, eaten raw, fried, grilled or canned, which has left many beds overexploited.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Ostreida › Ostreidae › Crassostrea
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 420777.
FAQ
- How deep does the Mangrove Cupped Oyster live?
- The Mangrove Cupped Oyster (Crassostrea rhizophorae) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- How big does the Mangrove Cupped Oyster get?
- The Mangrove Cupped Oyster grows to about 12 cm.