Plagiostoma [Plagiostoma]

Description

Plagiostoma includes species with elongated, somewhat flattened shells that have a distinct gape at both ends. These bivalves are typically found in marine environments with soft substrates, where they can partially bury themselves. The genus is known for its effective filter-feeding mechanism and the ability to quickly close its shell when threatened.

Species

Flat Oyster [Plagiostoma giganteum]

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White Oyster [Plagiostoma albida]

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Saddle Oyster [Plagiostoma sinuatum]

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Taxonomy