Giant Spider Conch
Lambis truncata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 43 cm
- For divers: safe
A big spider conch with long blunt fingers ringed around its lip, this species lives in shallow lagoons out to the reef edge down to about 30 metres. Old shells often come worn and crusted with algae and other snails, and islanders gather it by hand at low tide or by diving.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Littorinimorpha › Strombidae › Lambis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 211091.
FAQ
- How deep does the Giant Spider Conch live?
- The Giant Spider Conch (Lambis truncata) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Giant Spider Conch dangerous to divers?
- The Giant Spider Conch is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Giant Spider Conch get?
- The Giant Spider Conch grows to about 43 cm.