swan conch
Nameswan conch
Scientific NameLobatus gallus (Linnaeus, 1758)
Common NameRooster-tail conch, Swan conch
FamilyStrombidae
GenusLobatus
Speciesgallus
Geographic DistributionWestern Atlantic Ocean, including the Caribbean Sea, Florida, Bermuda, and Brazil.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)70-150
Identifying FeaturesModerately tall, pointed spire; smooth body whorl; often a flared outer lip (though variable); short siphonal canal; typically light coloration with brown markings. The columella is usually smooth.
Raritycommon
Author CitationLinnaeus, 1758
Description
A medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its solid and somewhat heavy structure. The shell is typically cream to light tan with subtle brown or orange markings, and a moderately tall, pointed spire. The body whorl is smooth, and the outer lip is often flared, though the degree of flaring can vary. The siphonal canal is relatively short. This specimen shows a light, somewhat worn surface with faint patterns.
