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Atlantic Winged Oyster

Pteria colymbus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Bivalvia ›Order: Ostreida ›Family: Pteriidae ›Genus: Pteria

About

Pteria colymbus, or the Atlantic winged oyster, is a species of bivalve mollusc in the family Pteriidae. It can be found along the Atlantic coast of North America, ranging from North Carolina to Bermuda and Brazil.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atlantic Winged Oyster?
The scientific name of Atlantic Winged Oyster is Pteria colymbus.
What kingdom does Atlantic Winged Oyster belong to?
Atlantic Winged Oyster belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Atlantic Winged Oyster belong to?
Atlantic Winged Oyster belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Atlantic Winged Oyster belong to?
Atlantic Winged Oyster belongs to the class Bivalvia.
What order does Atlantic Winged Oyster belong to?
Atlantic Winged Oyster belongs to the order Ostreida.
What family does Atlantic Winged Oyster belong to?
Atlantic Winged Oyster belongs to the family Pteriidae.
What genus does Atlantic Winged Oyster belong to?
Atlantic Winged Oyster belongs to the genus Pteria.