1. Osyters By: Jerod, Madi, Matthew, & Reba

2. About the Oyster... Oysters are the common name for Bivalves scientifically called Crosscstrea Giges. They are known for us eating them.. Except other kinds, such as pearl oysters, aren’t eaten by us although they are edible.

3. Where Does It Live?? Oysters live mostly in salt water, but can also be found in fresh water. They have 2 different shells made from calcium carbonate.

4. What and How Does it Eat?? Oysters eat algae and plankton How oysters eat is by filter feeding

5. Describe how it reproduces

6. Other Facts They release sperm and eggs into the water Oysters lay eggs Oysters move by clapping their shells Reproduction How They Move

7. Oysters do not have any impact in Iowa, or any of the Midwest because, they need are usually found in salt water. How Oysters Relate to Iowa

8. Fun Facts!!! Oysters lay pearls Oysters burrow far down in wet sand Oysters are tasty in months that contain the letter “R” Chinese were the first to raise oysters in artificial ponds Oysters are a rich source to A, B, B2, B3, C, and D