What is another word for ostrea?
Pronunciation: [ɒstɹˈi͡ə] (IPA) 
"Ostrea" is a genus of bivalve mollusks commonly known as the oysters. There are several synonyms for this word that refer to specific species within the Ostrea genus. Some of these synonyms include the edible European flat oyster (Ostrea edulis), the Pacific oyster (Crassostrea gigas), and the Olympia oyster (Ostrea lurida). Within the broader classification of bivalves, other synonyms for "ostrea" might include clams, mussels, and scallops, all of which share a similar shell structure and belong to the same phylum, Mollusca. While oysters are valued for their unique taste and texture, they are also important ecologically as filter feeders, helping purify ocean waters.
