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What is a group of oysters called?
A bed
of oysters
| Animal | Oysters |
| Category | Sea & Fish |
| Collective noun | Bed |
| Baby name | Spat |
💡 Baby oysters are “spat”; an oyster “bed” can filter huge volumes of seawater.
FAQ
What is a group of oysters called?
A group of oysters is called a bed.
What is a baby oyster called?
A baby oyster is called a spat.
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