What the different species of Oysters?
There are several species of oysters, but some of the most common and well-known ones include:
Eastern oyster (Crassostrea virginica) - Found along the Atlantic coast of North America.
Pacific oyster (Crassostrea gigas) - Found along the Pacific coast of North America, Asia, and Australia.
European Flat oyster (Ostrea edulis) - Found along the coasts of Europe and North Africa.
Kumamoto oyster (Crassostrea sikamea) - Found along the Pacific coast of North America and Asia.
Olympia oyster (Ostrea conchaphila) - A small, wild oyster found along the Pacific coast of North America.
Note: Oysters can vary in flavor, texture, and size depending on the species, the location where they are farmed or harvested, and the water conditions.
