What is another word for Genus Ostrea?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs ɒstɹˈi͡ə] (IPA) 
Genus Ostrea refers to a group of bivalve mollusks commonly known as oysters. There are several synonyms for this genus, including Crassostrea, Ostreola, and Saccostrea. These synonymous genera differ in their shell morphology, geographic distribution, and species richness. Crassostrea is the largest of these genera and includes species found in both the Eastern and Western hemispheres. Ostreola, on the other hand, is restricted to the Atlantic coast of Europe and Africa. The recently proposed genus Saccostrea includes Indo-Pacific species that have a unique shell shape and a tendency to form reefs. Despite these differences, all species in the genus Ostrea and its synonyms share a similar life history and ecological importance as filter feeders in coastal ecosystems.
