Caribbean Queen Conch (VIDEO) Florida Atlantic University This video is under embargo. Please login to access this video. Caption Video shows the various developmental stages of the queen conch from eggs to larvae to tiny juveniles in a controlled environment and later in the wild in the Caribbean. Second only to the spiny lobster, the queen conch (Strombus gigas) is a prized delicacy long harvested for food and is revered for its beautiful shell. Credit FAU's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute; Michiel van Nierop; and Bo Boudart Production. Usage Restrictions Credit: FAU's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute; Michiel van Nierop; and Bo Boudart Production. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.