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Tree Oyster

鉗蛤

Isognomon spp.

Often found in groups near the roots of the local mangroves and rock surfaces.

經常被發現聚集在本地紅樹林的根部和岩石表面

Sticks to surfaces by secreting byssuses.

透過分泌足絲(byssus)來依附在表面

More related (genetically closer) to the pearl oysters than the edible oysters.

與食用牡蠣相比,鉗蛤在分類上更接近真珠蛤(珍珠貝)

Where to find?

Estuary 河口

Mangrove 紅樹林

Rocky Shore 岩岸

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