Fighting Conch (Strombus alatus)

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Fighting Conch

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Fighting Conch

Strombus alatus

38 Litres (10 US G.)

2.5-5.1cm (1-2 ")

pH

8.1 - 8.4

22.2-26.7°C (72 -80 °F)

8-12 °d

Herbivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods
Other (See article)

2-3 years

Family

Strombidae

This animal is available captive bred




Alternative names[edit]

Florida Fighting Conch

Origin[edit]

This conch occurs in the Western Atlantic Ocean from North Carolina throughout Florida and the Gulf of Mexico, Louisiana, Texas and the east coast of Mexico.

Sexing[edit]

Requires close examination.

Tank compatibility[edit]

This snail is reef safe.

Diet[edit]

Herbivorous; needs algae in its diet.

Environment Specifics[edit]

Reef tanks will suffice.

Behaviour[edit]

Peaceful.

Identification[edit]

Shell is pale with brown mottling.

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