🌿Native Nature

Pacific Oyster

Magallana gigas

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Bivalvia ›Order: Ostreida ›Family: Ostreidae ›Genus: Magallana

About

The Pacific oyster, Japanese oyster or Miyagi oyster (Magallana gigas) (previously Crassostrea gigas), is an oyster native to the Pacific coast of Asia. It has become an introduced species in North America, Australia, Europe, and New Zealand.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pacific Oyster?
The scientific name of Pacific Oyster is Magallana gigas.
What kingdom does Pacific Oyster belong to?
Pacific Oyster belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Pacific Oyster belong to?
Pacific Oyster belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Pacific Oyster belong to?
Pacific Oyster belongs to the class Bivalvia.
What order does Pacific Oyster belong to?
Pacific Oyster belongs to the order Ostreida.
What family does Pacific Oyster belong to?
Pacific Oyster belongs to the family Ostreidae.
What genus does Pacific Oyster belong to?
Pacific Oyster belongs to the genus Magallana.