Triplofusus giganteus, commonly known as the Florida horse conch or the giant horse conch, is a species of extremely large predatory subtropical and tropical sea snail, a marine gastropod …

Florida’s state shell is the Horse Conch, Triplofusus giganteus. This enormous saltwater snail has a shell that can grow up to 2 feet in length making it the largest living snail in North America …

Horse conchs, the flashy marine snails that inhabit Florida’s colossal state seashell, live shorter lives and reproduce later than previously understood, according to new research that warns...

Jan 18, 2022 · The horse conch’s shell can grow to an incredible two feet in length, making it the largest living snail in North America and the world’s second largest. This distinct shell has a …

The Horse Conch, scientifically known as Triplofusus giganteus, is renowned as one of the largest and most striking shells found on the shores of Southwest Florida.

The horse conch (Triplofusus papillosus, previously known as Pleuroploca gigantea), also known as the giant band shell, has been Florida's official state shell since 1969. This shell is native to …

Sep 20, 2019 · At a maximum size of about 60 cm (24 inches), the Horse Conch, Triplofusus giganteus (Kiener, 1840), is the largest marine snail living in the Atlantic Ocean. Horse Conchs …

The horse conch is the largest gastropod in the Gulf of Mexico and also the official state shell of Florida. It has a pointed shell and a huge orange foot making it a striking demonstration piece.

Jan 18, 2024 · They are the second largest predatory sea snail in the entire world. The largest horse conch shell on record is 24 inches in length and can be seen in the Bailey-Matthews …

Aug 12, 2024 · The horse conch, scientifically known as Triplofusus giganteus, is not just a remarkable marine creature but also holds a special place in Florida's natural heritage. This …