Gabriella | ocean girl 🌊

The horse conch (Triplofusus giganteus) is one of the largest and most striking sea creatures, often mistaken for the triton shell due to their similar shape, but they’re actually different species. 🐚 While the horse conch is edible, its meat can be tough, so it needs to be prepared properly—often boiled or slow-cooked to tenderize. It’s considered a delicacy in some coastal areas, but be sure to check local regulations before harvesting, as there are protections in place to help preserve marine life. 🌊 Let’s always respect our oceans and follow sustainable practices! #HorseConch #shelltok #horseconchshell #seashell #shellgirl #ocean

What is it ? #oyster #shelltok #seashell #oystershell #pearloyster #fiji

Comparing some of my favorite shells: from the queen conch to the king helmet conch, queen helmet conch, spider conch, triton trumpet shell, and lightning whelk—each one unique and beautiful in its own right! 🐚Every shell tells a story, and it’s amazing to see the diversity of the ocean. Which one’s your favorite? Let me know below! 💙 Disclaimer: When it comes to shelling and harvesting seafood, it’s essential to respect local regulations and sustainability practices. Always ensure you’re only collecting empty shells or harvesting ethically and legally. Many species are protected, and we must be mindful of our impact on the ocean and its inhabitants. #shelltok #seashell #queenconch #queenhelmetconch #kinghelmetconch #horseconch

Replying to @Sydney You wouldn’t believe the number of comments I’ve received recently suggesting that I should "just go to the grocery store" instead of harvesting my own food from the ocean or my backyard. It’s as if people forget that the pre-packaged meat or seafood they buy didn’t magically appear on the shelf. #oceantok #seafood #oceantotable #shelltok

this is known as a “trash pile” or “conch cemetery” 🐚 These areas are where conch shells accumulate over time, often from generations of conch harvesting. As fishermen harvest the conchs for their meat, the empty shells are discarded in these areas, creating natural mounds. You can find these ‘cemeteries’ in shallow waters or near restaurants, where conch have been harvested for years, and they serve as a reminder of the importance of sustainable practices. 🇧🇸 #shelltok #shell #conchshell #queenconch #moana #seashell #bahamas

Fiji was cowrie heaven! They are usually pretty rare to find in Florida but they were just everywhere in Fiji 🇫🇯 we had to sort them out to only keep the best ones 🐚 #shelltok #cowrieshells #cowrie #oceantok #fiji #seashell #shells

The simple pleasures 💙🐢 #diving #underwater #australia #turtle

This & no cell service 🪸🤿 #fiji #rainbowreef #diving

My version of an Easter egg hunt. Who needs chocolate eggs when you can hunt for seashells? 🐰🐚 #shelltok #seashell #cowrieshells #fiji #shells #ocean #oceantok