Strombus pugilis Linnaeus, 1758
Fighting conch
photo by Coltro, Marcus

Family:  Strombidae (conchs)
Max. size:  11 cm DL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 55 m
Distribution:  Western Atlantic.
Diagnosis:  Shell solid, with large last whorl and small, pointed spire. Whorls with single row of nodulose spines on periphery; spines larger on last whorl. Anterior and 'stromboid' notches present. Posterior angle of outer lip distinct, projected in posterior direction. Operculum sickle-shaped, animal with elongate foot used for leaping. Colour: variable, from yellowish to light or dark orange, interior of aperture white, anterior end dark purple.
Biology:  Lives on sandy bottoms (Ref. 355).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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