Kleckham's conch
NameKleckham's conch
Scientific NameLobatus pugilis
Common NameKleckham's conch (also known as Fighting Conch)
FamilyStrombidae
GenusLobatus
Speciespugilis
Geographic DistributionWestern Atlantic Ocean, including the Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, and coastal areas from Florida (USA) south to Brazil.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)50-100 mm (approximately 2-4 inches), with some specimens reaching up to 120 mm.
Identifying FeaturesKey features include the high, pointed spire, the thickened and slightly flared outer lip, the long and narrow aperture with its characteristic very dark reddish-brown interior, and the presence of reddish-brown spiral banding on the exterior. The overall shape is robust and somewhat heavy.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Linnaeus, 1758)
Description
A medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its fusiform shape, high pointed spire, and distinct color patterns. The exterior is creamy white to light tan with irregular reddish-brown spiral bands or blotches. The interior of the aperture is a striking, glossy deep reddish-brown. The outer lip is thickened and slightly flared, and a prominent siphonal canal is present.
