Family: |
Ostreidae (oysters) |
Max. size: |
8.4 cm SHL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 5 m |
Distribution: |
Indo-West Pacific. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Maximum shell height is 12 cm (Ref. 348). Cemented on various hard substrates or objects. Intertidal and shallow subtidal waters (Ref. 348). Associated with dead coral heads (Ref. 75840). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 05 October 2011 Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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