Strawberry Conch
Conomurex luhuanus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 8 cm
- For divers: safe
Common across sandy patches of coral reef, seagrass and sheltered lagoons, this conch grazes on algae and grows to roughly eight centimetres. Its bright shell with a glossy orange aperture has made it a familiar food item in many island markets.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Littorinimorpha › Strombidae › Conomurex
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 565370.
FAQ
- How deep does the Strawberry Conch live?
- The Strawberry Conch (Conomurex luhuanus) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Strawberry Conch dangerous to divers?
- The Strawberry Conch is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Strawberry Conch get?
- The Strawberry Conch grows to about 8 cm.