All you need to know about the pearl producers of the sea
Which is the largest Oyster?
The largest Oyster is the Giant Cupped Oyster (Magallana gigas).
How do Oysters reproduce?
Oysters reproduce by either releasing eggs into the sea or rleasing live larvae once hatched from eggs.
What are the threats to Oysters?
Overharvesting, habitat destruction and disease are the primary threats to Oysters.
About the contributors
Wenzel Pinto
is a marine biologist at the Nature Conservation Foundation and is currently working on reef dynamics and island vulnerability in the Lakshadweep archipelago.
Diviya Mehra
is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.
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Published: Apr 22, 2025
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