Crassostrea gigas

Crassostrea gigas, commonly known as the Pacific oyster, is a species of oyster native to Asia but now found worldwide, especially in North America and Europe. It thrives in marine environments, attaching to rocks or other surfaces, and is widely farmed for food. These oysters filter water to feed on plankton and other small particles, helping maintain healthy ecosystems. They have a rounded shell with a smooth interior and can grow quite large. Pacific oysters are popular in culinary dishes such as raw on the half shell, cooked, or in various recipes, making them an important seafood resource.