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European flat oyster

Ostrea edulis

Near Threatened
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유럽납작굴(Ostrea edulis)은 IUCN 적색목록에서 준위협(NT) 종으로 분류됩니다. 위협 기준에 근접해 있으며 보전 조치 없이는 취약해질 수 있는 개체수를 보유하고 있습니다.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Afrotropic and Oceanian and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Mauritius, Namibia), Asia (Israel), Europe (9 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji, Tonga). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ヨーロッパヒラガキ
Spanish ostra común
French belon
German Europäische Auster
Russian европейская устрица
Turkish istiridye

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European flat oyster?
The scientific name of European flat oyster is Ostrea edulis. It belongs to the genus Ostrea.
What is the conservation status of European flat oyster?
European flat oyster (Ostrea edulis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does European flat oyster live?
European flat oyster is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Mauritius, Namibia), Asia (Israel), Europe (9 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji, Tonga). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Fiji, France, Israel, Mauritius, Mexico, Namibia.
What family does European flat oyster belong to?
European flat oyster (Ostrea edulis) belongs to the genus Ostrea, which is part of the taxonomic family Ostreidae.
What kingdom does European flat oyster belong to?
European flat oyster (Ostrea edulis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).
What are the closest relatives of European flat oyster?
The closest relatives of European flat oyster in the genus Ostrea include Auster Olympia oyster.

Native Range — 18 Countries

Genus Ostrea — 2 Species

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European flat oyster
Ostrea edulis
NT
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Auster Olympia oyster
Ostrea conchaphila
DD

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