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An oyster's defense mechanism is its shell because it protects the soft bodied animal from predators. Another defense mechanism is its muscles to close the shells together when it feels threatened. It immune system protects it from invading disease organisms.

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They have a razor sharp, hard shell to protect themselves. Oysters that have univalve shell create a cement-like substance to stay fixed in one place; this makes it harder for predators to attack.

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Clam-up, that is shut their two shells together so they are isolated within them.

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They adjust the shape and position of their shell.

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With autoturrets, landmines, RPGs, and a fluffy goat called Ermintrude.

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heat resistance and filter feeding

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hard shell

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By flaming their stinky breath

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