Cat's Paw Oyster

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The Cat's Paw Oyster (Talonostrea talonata) is a species in the genus Talonostrea. It is currently classified as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List. Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Brazil.

🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Mollusca (Weichtiere)

Class

Bivalvia (Muscheln)

Order

Ostreida (Ostreida)

Family

Ostreidae

Genus

Talonostrea

Species

Talonostrea talonata (Cat's Paw Oyster)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ネコノアシガキ

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cat's Paw Oyster?

The scientific name of Cat's Paw Oyster is Talonostrea talonata. It belongs to the genus Talonostrea.

What is the conservation status of Cat's Paw Oyster?

Cat's Paw Oyster (Talonostrea talonata) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cat's Paw Oyster live?

Cat's Paw Oyster is found in Found in Brazil.. Countries include Brazil.

What family does Cat's Paw Oyster belong to?

Cat's Paw Oyster (Talonostrea talonata) belongs to the genus Talonostrea, which is part of the taxonomic family Ostreidae.

What kingdom does Cat's Paw Oyster belong to?

Cat's Paw Oyster (Talonostrea talonata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).