A Review of pearl oyster (Pinctada maxima) culture in general

Pearl oyster culture is unique because the product is gem not flesh and one of the species that produce pearl is Pinctada maxima (Silver or Gold lip pearl oyster). Stock for pearl oyster production can be collected from the wild or hatchery. Spat from the wild or hatchery will be grew-out for pearl production by longline or raft culture system method in ocean. There are identified different culture systems according different species or locations. Several constraints on P. maxima culture also identify such as biofouling organisms, predations and diseases that can reduce productivity and pearl quality. Therefore, several strategies are needed to mitigate that obstacle to achieve maximal productivity Jurnal Saintek Perikanan. Undip. Vol. 6. No.2. Tahun 2011. Hal: 84-90