Laciniate Conch
Latissistrombus sinuatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 13 cm
- For divers: safe
A conch with a broad, scalloped lip on its heavy shell, it lives on sand bottoms strewn with broken coral and algae in clear water down to about thirty metres. Rather than crawl, it pushes off in short hops using a stout, claw tipped foot.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Littorinimorpha › Strombidae › Latissistrombus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1590972.
FAQ
- How deep does the Laciniate Conch live?
- The Laciniate Conch (Latissistrombus sinuatus) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Laciniate Conch dangerous to divers?
- The Laciniate Conch is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Laciniate Conch get?
- The Laciniate Conch grows to about 13 cm.