Queen conch, Strombus gigas (Linnaeus 1758) status report

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Queen conch, Strombus gigas (Linnaeus 1758) status report

Published Date:

2014

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This document summarizes and synthesizes biological information covering queen conch, Strombus gigas, throughout its natural distribution. It seeks to present the best available information from published and unpublished sources (e.g., literature searches, interviews). This document does not represent a decision by NMFS on whether this taxon should be proposed for listing as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act.

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National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)

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