What is another word for pinctada?
Pronunciation: [pɪŋktˈɑːdə] (IPA) 
Pinctada is a genus of saltwater oysters, which produce pearls. As they are renowned for their pearls, the word "pinctada" has become synonymous with pearl oysters. However, there are various other synonyms used for pinctada including bivalves, pearl-bearing mollusks, mother-of-pearl oysters, and nacreous bivalves. These synonyms accurately represent the nacreous layers that cover the inside of the shell and are responsible for the shimmering effect seen on pearls. Being widely used interchangeably with pinctada, these synonyms have become essential in the pearl industry; they are necessary vocabulary in books, articles, and discussions. Overall, with the increasing interest in pearls, it is expected that new synonyms will emerge as pearl researchers shed more light on pearl oysters.
