Strombidae Collection

A small aggreggation of queen conch (Lobatus gigas) off Cat Island, Bahamas

Queen conch (Lobatus gigas) laying eggs in the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park, Exuma, Bahamas

Queen conch (Strombus gigas) extending its proboscis and stalked eyes at it moves across the sand by coral reef. East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

Queen conch (Aliger gigas) in a seagrass (Thalassia testudinum) meadow, Bahamas

Chiragra spider conch shell (Harpago chiragra) in diverse tropical reef, Tulamben, North coast, Bali, Indonesia. Lesser Sunda Islands

Queen conch (Lobatus gigas) juvenile feeding on algae growing on Seagrass (Thalassia testudinum) blades. Eleuthera, Bahamas

Elegant conch (Lentigo pipus) close up of eye stalks, Philippines

Pleuroploca trapezium, trapezium horse conch
A pair of trapezium horse conch (Pleuroploca trapezium). This marine gastropod originates from the Indo-Pacific

Common spider conch shells C016 / 6042
Pair of common spider conch (Lambis lambis) shells. This heavily ornamented gastropod, has large shell projections. It originates from the Western Indo-Pacific

Strombus gigas, queen conch
Plate 2. Watercolour by Jean Charles Chenu from his Illustrations Conchyliologiques, part 17 (1843)

Close-up view of a Vomer conch with eye stalks and mouth extended
Close-up view of a Vomer conch (Strombus vomer) with eye stalks and mouth extended, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Scorpion Spider Conch (Lambis scorpius) adult, close-up of eyes, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, January

Strombus latissimus, broad Pacific Conch Shell, above view large heavy shell with flared outer lip orange cream colour with red brown markings

Terebellum terebellum, three Terebellum Conch Shells, above view, slender with short spire, bullet-shaped, cream and soft brown colours, spotted dark markings

Powiss tibia (Tibia powisi) shells

Gastropods - Rimella: Rimella fissurella (Beak shell), Eocene era

Two Common Spider Conch shells (Lambis lambis), overhead and underside view

Arabian tibia shells C016 / 6017
Pair of Arabian tibia shells (Tibia insulae-chorab). This pointed gastropod can be found in the Indian Ocean in intertidal regions up to 50 metres deep

Trapezium horse conch shells C016 / 6030
Pair of trapezium horse conch (Pleuroploca trapezium) shells. This marine gastropod originates from the Indo-Pacific

Arabian tibia shells C016 / 6016
Pair of Arabian tibia shells (Tibia insulae-chorab). This pointed gastropod can be found in the Indian Ocean in intertidal regions up to 50 metres deep

Trapezium horse conch shells C016 / 6015
Pair of true tulip (Fasciolaria tulipa) shells. The true tulip is a carnivorous gastropod that is closely related to the horse conch

Strombus luhuanus, red-mouthed stromb
Watercolour 392 by Thomas Watling, entitled Gung-e-ra-nere, from the Watling Collection

Tibia insulae-chorab, Arabian tibia
Apair of Arabian tibia shells (Tibia insulae-chorab), This amazing, pointed gastropod can be found in the Indian Ocean in intertidal regions upto 50 metres deep

Strombus tricornis, lightfoot
Shell specimen with Martin Listers engraving from his Historiae Sive Synopsis Methodicae Conchyliorum, 1685-1692, plate 873

Gustavus Brander (1720-1787)
Trustee of the British Museum and Director of the Bank of England. Here depicted holding the type specimen of Strombus amplus

Strombus pugilis, West Indian fighting conch
Plate 854 by Martin Lister from his Historia Conchylorium, 1685-1692

Conch shells

Shell - closeup of ventral view of small conch (probably Strombus pugilis)
MAB-438 Shell - closeup of ventral view of small conch (probably Strombus pugilis) Strombus pugilis Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Shell - closeup of ventral view of Spider conch probably Lambis species
MAB-437 Shell - closeup of ventral view of Spider conch probably Lambis species Lambis spp Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Shell - closeup of dorsal view of Spider conch (probably Lambis species)
MAB-436 Shell - closeup of dorsal view of Spider conch (probably Lambis species) Lambis spp Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Discovering the Beauty of Strombidae: A Fascinating Journey into the World of Queen Conch" In the crystal-clear waters off Cat Island, Bahamas, a small aggregation of queen conch (Lobatus gigas) gracefully glides through the ocean. Their vibrant shells catch the sunlight, showcasing their majestic presence. Deep within the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park, another remarkable sight unfolds as queen conch (Lobatus gigas) delicately lays its eggs. This awe-inspiring moment symbolizes new life and resilience in this protected marine sanctuary. As if from a fairy tale, a queen conch (Strombus gigas) extends its proboscis and stalked eyes while elegantly maneuvering through its underwater realm. Its graceful movements leave us mesmerized by nature's intricate design. A seagrass meadow in the Bahamas becomes a haven for Aliger gigas, where they find nourishment amidst Thalassia testudinum's emerald blades. These juvenile queen conchs diligently feed on algae growing on Seagrass (Thalassia), preparing for their future roles as guardians of these coastal ecosystems. Tropical reefs hold hidden treasures like Chiragra spider conch shell (Harpago chiragra). In Tulamben's diverse reef ecosystem, this exquisite shell stands out against vibrant corals and bustling marine life—a testament to Earth's incredible biodiversity. Elegant conchs (Lentigo pipus) reveal their beauty up close in the Philippines. With eye stalks that seem to gaze curiously at us, they remind us of nature's ability to create wonders both big and small. Pleuroploca trapezium proudly displays its trapezium horse-shaped shell—an emblematic species found along sandy shores worldwide. Its unique pattern catches our attention as we marvel at Mother Nature's artistry yet again.