Fragile conch
NameFragile conch
Scientific NameTerestrombus fragilis
Common NameFragile conch
FamilyStrombidae
GenusTerestrombus
Speciesfragilis
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including New Caledonia.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)40
Identifying FeaturesConical spire, smooth surface with fine growth lines, distinctive color pattern of light brown with darker blotches, and a dark brown aperture interior. The outer lip is not heavily thickened or broadly flared as in some other conch species.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Röding, 1798)
Description
A medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its fusiform shape, conical spire, and distinctive color patterns of creamy white to light brown with darker blotches. The aperture is long and narrow, with a dark interior. This specimen is from New Caledonia.
