This particular type of oyster has an important environmental value.

The little man's eyes were open but there was no more mind within them than in a pair of oysters.

Her only hope was to remain hidden, with the can of oysters ready to cut his eyes out.

"We found a way of growing oysters within the structure that's allowed us."

At one point the lease had $600,000 worth of oysters.

Half the catch of oysters they throw back in the sea to keep up the price.

"There used to be a lot of oysters in the river," Carter said.

A full range of oysters and clams is available, too.

The store has the largest selection of fresh oysters in the city.

Fishing is also an important part of the local economy, particularly shrimp and oysters.