Conch (US: / kɑːŋk, kɑːntʃ / KONK, KONCH, UK: / kɒntʃ / KONCH) [1] is a common name of a number of different medium-to-large-sized sea snails. Conch shells typically have a high spire …

conch, marine snail, of the subclass Prosobranchia (class Gastropoda), in which the outer whorl of the shell is broadly triangular in outline and has a wide lip, often jutting toward the apex. …

Sep 4, 2020 · Conch refers to several species of marine gastropods with medium or large spired and ornate shells. Typical species include the queen conch (Aliger gigas) of the family …

May 27, 2024 · Queen conch (Strombus gigas) are marine snails known for their large, spiral-shaped shells. They live in the Caribbean and surrounding regions. They are overharvested …

Dec 13, 2019 · Conchs are mollusks, marine snails that build elaborate shells as a home and a form of protection from predators. The shell of the queen conch or pink conch shell ranges in …

Read on to learn about the conch. This variety of marine snails comes in a wide number of shapes and sizes. All species possess a conical, spiral shell. The vast majority of conchs have …

Conch are mollusks – actually giant marine snails – with medium to large sized shells used as protection and defense against predators. Queen conch shells typically range from 6 to 12 …

A conch is a sea -dwelling mollusc. It is a marine gastropod. The ch at the end of 'conch' may be pronounced hard or soft. Many other gastropods have common names with conch in them. …

Oct 6, 2023 · Conch, a term popularly used to describe various medium to large-sized sea snails, has played a crucial role in marine ecosystems, human culture, and gastronomy. Scientifically, …

Conches use calcium and carbonate ions from seawater to make their shells. Shell colors and patterns vary widely, from creamy hues to vibrant oranges, serving as camouflage or species …