Narooma Oyster Festival organisers and oyster growers are requesting the Guinness Book of Records team review their definition of the world’s biggest oyster after Clyde River Pacific Oyster ‘Jack’ was denied the record on a technicality.
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The mammoth mollusc, of oyster farmer Bernie Connell, weighed in for the world record at the Narooma Oyster Festival on May 5.
Festival spokesperson Cath Peachey said all involved were disappointed with the verdict.
“Despite Jack nudging almost two kilos and therefore being heavier than the current world champion, (he) could not be considered for the world record because it is judged solely on length,” Ms Peachey said.
The four-year-old oyster became quite the media celebrity in the lead up to the festival, and lost about 130g due to increased handling.
Despite the weight loss, Jack weighed in at 1898g, more than the current champion from Denmark, which weighed 1620g in 2013. However, on the crucial length measurement, Jack was 27cm, which was less than the champ’s 35.5cm.
Jack’s supporters said they wouldn’t go down without a fight.
”We’ve written to the Guinness team suggesting that length, width and depth, as well as weight, should be considered,” Ms Peachey said. A response is expected in August.
