Home > Animals > Mammals > Vespertilionidae > Lobatus
Queen conch (Aliger gigas) in a seagrass (Thalassia testudinum) meadow, Bahamas
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Nature Picture Library
Queen conch (Aliger gigas) in a seagrass (Thalassia testudinum) meadow, Bahamas
Nature Picture Library offers the best nature photographs from the world's finest photographers
naturepl.com / : Shane Gross
Media ID 20987746
© www.naturepl.com
Alismatales Angiosperm Angiospermae Animal Eye Biodiversity Hotspots Caenogastropoda Caribbean Caribbean Sea Eyes Flowering Plant Gastropod Gastropoda Hydrocharitaceae Hypsogastropoda Invertebrate Invertebrates Lilianae Littorinimorpha Magnoliopsida Mollusc Mollusca Monocot Monocotyledon Spermatophyte Spermatophytina Tape Grass Tapegrass The Caribbean Tracheophyta Tropical Vascular Plant West Indies Conch Lobatus Plantae Queen Conch Saltwater Strombidae Strombus Gigas Thalassia Testudinum Turtle Grass
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Vespertilionidae
> Lobatus
> Animals
> Reptiles
> Turtles
> Sea Turtles
> Nature Picture Library
> May 2021 Highlights
Behold the Majestic Queen Conch in its Seagrass Kingdom!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print captured by Shane Gross, we are transported to the vibrant seagrass meadows of the Bahamas. Here, amidst the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea, a magnificent Queen Conch (Aliger gigas) reigns supreme. With its striking spiral shell and mesmerizing animal eye peering out, it is truly a sight to behold. Surrounded by Thalassia testudinum, commonly known as tape grass or turtle grass, this regal gastropod showcases the delicate balance between plant and animal life in our oceans. As a flowering monocot vascular plant, Thalassia provides both shelter and sustenance for countless marine creatures. The Queen Conch itself belongs to an ancient lineage of mollusks known as Gastropoda. Its scientific classification - Hypsogastropoda - only adds to its mystique! Found abundantly in the warm waters of the Caribbean region, these conchs play a vital role in maintaining biodiversity hotspots underwater. Let your imagination dive into this enchanting portrait that captures not just one species but an entire ecosystem teeming with life. From tiny invertebrates hidden within seagrasses to larger marine animals navigating through saltwater currents – every corner of this image tells a story waiting to be explored. So let us celebrate nature's wonders through Shane Gross' lens – reminding us all that beneath those turquoise waves lies an awe-inspiring
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
