Belon Oyster [Ostrea edulis]
Description
The Belon Oyster, also known as the European Flat Oyster, is native to Europe. It has a flat, round shell that is dark and rough. The shell's inside is white. They are found on hard substrates in subtidal zones. They are known for their strong, coppery flavor.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Oysters
Ostreida
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| Family |
True Oysters
Ostreidae
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| Genus |
True Oysters
Ostrea
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