Scorpion Spider Conch [Lambis scorpius]
Description
Divers often spot this conch tucked into sandy or rubble bottoms, where its long, spiny-looking shell edges stand out like a miniature sea weapon. Look closely for the dramatic, scorpion-like projections along the shell that give it its common name. When it’s undisturbed, it can blend surprisingly well with the seafloor until you notice the distinctive shape.
Where To See Scorpion Spider Conch
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Molluscs
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Periwinkles & Their Relatives
Littorinimorpha
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| Family |
Conch Shells
Strombidae
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| Genus |
Spider Conch Snails
Lambis
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