A fisherman in Pola, Oriental Mindoro, was astonished to discover giant oysters during a routine fishing trip.
Marwin Layag found an oyster nearly the size of his face. He frequently shares vlogs of himself harvesting these massive oysters and enjoying them in mukbang-style videos, which have since gone viral.
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Marwin recalled that one of the oysters he found in March measured about 10 inches long and weighed approximately two kilograms.
For those unfamiliar, oysters—locally known as talaba—are bivalve mollusks with rough, uneven shells. These invertebrates belong to the phylum Mollusca and play an important role in marine ecosystems.
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According to Kuya Kim, oysters are filter feeders, meaning they sustain themselves by pumping and filtering water through their bodies, which helps maintain the coastal ecosystem.
"They also aid in preserving the ocean’s ecology by filtering contaminants from the water," explained marine biologist Mylene Sadagnot.
While oysters are a popular delicacy, experts advise caution when consuming them raw or undercooked.
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"The risk lies in their ability to accumulate microorganisms in their bodies. It’s safest to eat them when they are thoroughly cooked," Sadagnot added.
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