A shankha shell (the shell of a T. pyrum, a species in the gastropod family Turbinellidae) is often referred to in the West as a conch shell or a chank shell. This shell is used as an important ritual …

Conch, marine snail, of the subclass Prosobranchia (class Gastropoda), in which the outer whorl of the shell is broadly triangular in outline and has a wide lip, often jutting toward the apex.

While the shell is certainly its most recognizable feature, the conch is a living animal, a type of sea snail belonging to the class Gastropoda. These marine gastropods are characterized by their single, often …

May 27, 2024 · Queen conch (Strombus gigas) are marine snails known for their large, spiral-shaped shells. They live in the Caribbean and surrounding regions. They are overharvested for their meat …

Aug 6, 2025 · Conches are marine gastropod mollusks. Their shell is large, spiraled, and features a siphonal canal. This canal, an extension of the shell’s opening, allows the snail to extend a soft …

The shell of the conch is typically pink in color and has a unique shape that distinguishes it from other types of shells. The aperture, or opening of the shell, is located at the end of the spiral and is used by …

The conch is a members of the diverse gastropod family, Strombidae, of marine snails renowned for their elaborate and often vibrantly colored shells. These shells, prized by collectors and …

Dec 13, 2019 · Conchs are mollusks, marine snails that build elaborate shells as a home and a form of protection from predators. The shell of the queen conch or pink conch shell ranges in size from about …

The conch shell is a major Hindu article of prayer, used as a trumpeting announcement of all sorts. The God of Preservation, Vishnu, is said to hold a special conch, Panchajanya, that represents life as it …

Conchs aren’t just ordinary sea shells. They are an amazing blend of biology and natural artistry. Found in warm tropical waters, these shells are made by sea snails from the Strombidae family. Conch …