Difference between revisions of "Aliger gigas"
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− | |extra_scientific_names = Lobatus gigas | + | |extra_scientific_names = Lobatus gigas, Eustrombus gigas, Strombus gigas |
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*[[w:Lobatus gigas|Wikipedia]] | *[[w:Lobatus gigas|Wikipedia]] | ||
+ | *[http://eol.org/pages/455238/overview EOL] | ||
*[https://bluezooaquatics.com/productDetail.asp?did=2&pid=1242&cid=82 Blue Zoo Aquatics] | *[https://bluezooaquatics.com/productDetail.asp?did=2&pid=1242&cid=82 Blue Zoo Aquatics] | ||
*[http://www.freshmarine.com/queen-conch-snail.html Fresh Marine] | *[http://www.freshmarine.com/queen-conch-snail.html Fresh Marine] |
Latest revision as of 22:09, 14 December 2023
Queen Conch
Aliger gigas
379 Litres (100 US G.)
25.4-30.5cm (10-12 ")
8.1 - 8.4
21.1-32.2°C (70 -90 °F)
8-12 °d
1:1 M:F
7-10 years
Family
Strombidae
This animal is available captive bred
Contents
Additional names
- Pink Conch
Additional scientific names
- Lobatus gigas, Eustrombus gigas, Strombus gigas
Origin[edit]
- The Queen Conch is native to the tropical Western Atlantic coasts of North and Central America in the greater Caribbean tropical zone.
Sexing[edit]
- Reqiures close examination.
Tank Compatibility[edit]
- Reef tanks will suffice.
Diet[edit]
- Herbivorous; needs algae in its diet.
Environment Specifics[edit]
- Reef tanks will suffice.
Behaviour[edit]
- Peaceful.
Identification[edit]
- A large snail with a pinkish-grey shell, and a pearly white-and-pink interior.