Description
- Great for many arts and crafts projects.
- Great for center pieces.
- Great for garden accents.
- Decorative: Popular in shell collections and interior decor.
***Slightly Defective Shells
- A large spider-shaped shell
- The Lambis truncata, also known as the giant spider conch, is a species of large sea snail in the family Strombidae. It's one of the largest and most striking conch shells in the world, often admired for its elaborate shape and size.
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Lambis truncata Shell:
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Size: Can reach up to 40 cm (about 16 inches) in length, making it the largest species in the Lambis genus.
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Shape: Distinctive for its long, finger-like projections or "digitations" extending from the outer lip of the shell.
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Color: Typically creamy white to light brown with darker streaks; the interior is often a glossy pink or orange.
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Structure: The shell has a flared outer lip and a heavy, solid feel. The apex (tip) is often truncated—hence the name "truncata."
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