Strombus Collection

Fighting conch, Strombus pugilis (Sloanes strombus, Strombus sloanii). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological

Widest pacific conch, Sinustrombus latissimus (Wing strombus, Strombus latissimus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Spindle tibia shell, Tibia fusus (spindle strombus, Strombus fusus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Shells and seaweed on the shore
Sea snail, Haustellum haustellum 1, black and white cone, Conus ebraeus 2, Episcopal miter, Mitra mitra 3, dog conch, Laevistrombus canarium 4, limpet, Patella scutellaris 5, and rosy razor clam

Picture No. 12479168
Vomer Conch - Night dive, Dili Rock East dive Date:

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

Decorative arrangement of seven shells including princely purple, ricinula, strombus, etc.. Handcolored engraving from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle

Animal of Strombus

Long Bay Beach, Shell (Strombus gigas), Antigua, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Central America, Costa Rica, Southern Zone, Peninsula de Osa, Parque Nacional Corcovado, conch shell on beach in national park

Gustavus Brander, British naturalist C016 / 5303
Gustavus Brander (1720-1787), British naturalist. Brander, from a Swedish family, was a trustee of the British Museum from 1761

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

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

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"Discovering the Beauty of Strombus: From Fighting Conch to Queen Conch" In the vast ocean depths, a fascinating creature known as the Strombus pugilis, or the Fighting Conch, showcases its resilience and strength. With its distinctive spiral-shaped shell and vibrant colors, this species captures our attention as it gracefully navigates through the waves. But there is more to Strombus than just one variety. Enter Sinustrombus latissimus, also known as the Widest Pacific Conch. This magnificent conch boasts an impressively broad shell that sets it apart from its relatives in terms of size and shape. As we explore further into their world, we encounter another intriguing member of the family - Tibia fusus, commonly referred to as Spindle Tibia Shell. Its elongated form resembles a spindle with intricate patterns etched onto its surface. Walking along sandy shores adorned with shells and seaweed creates a picturesque scene reminiscent of Picture No. 12479168 captured by Gustavus Brander in his decorative arrangement featured in The Pictorial Museum of Animated Nature (engraving). These natural treasures serve as reminders of nature's artistry and diversity. Among these seashells lies one that reigns supreme - Strombus gigas or Queen Conch. Found primarily in Long Bay Beach, Antigua in West Indies' Caribbean region and Costa Rica's Parque Nacional Corcovado on Peninsula de Osa within Central America; this majestic creature symbolizes both beauty and importance for local ecosystems. The animal itself possesses remarkable characteristics that make it stand out among other marine creatures found across Central America's coastal regions. Its large size combined with vibrant hues makes it an iconic representation of marine life thriving amidst crystal-clear waters. Gustavus Brander's passion for documenting nature has allowed us to appreciate these incredible beings up close through his lens (British naturalist C016 / 5303).