West indian chank shell
A species of Chank shells Scientific name : Turbinella angulata Genus : Chank shells
West indian chank shell, A species of Chank shells
Botanical name: Turbinella angulata
Genus: Chank shells
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Description
The shells of Turbinella angulata can reach a size of 12.7–49.6 centimetres (5.0–19.5 in). These large shells are heavy and fusiform, with a sculpture of 8 to 10 prominent ribs angled at shoulder. Columella shows three strong folds. The basic colour of the external shell surface is white, while the inner are may be pink or orange.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Molluscs Class
Snails and slugs Order
Neogastropod snails Family
Turbinellidae Genus
Chank shells Species
West indian chank shell 
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