Strombus gigas

Strombus gigas, commonly known as the queen conch, is a large marine snail found in warm Caribbean waters. It has a sturdy, spiraled shell that is often pink or orange inside, and its body features a soft, pinkish flesh. The queen conch is valued for its meat, popular in culinary dishes, and its shell is used for jewelry and ornamentation. It plays an important role in its ecosystem by helping control algae growth, but overharvesting and habitat loss have threatened its population, leading to conservation efforts to protect this iconic marine species.