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Pacific Wing Oyster

Pteria sterna

Taxonomy

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

About

Pteria sterna, commonly known as the rainbow-lipped pearl oyster or the Pacific wing-oyster, is a species of marine bivalve mollusk in the family Pteriidae, the pearl oysters. This oyster can be found in shallow water along the tropical and subtropical Pacific coast of America, its range including Baja California, Mexico and northern Peru.

Frequently Asked Questions

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