The conch shell has long been used as a horn or trumpet in many cultures, including in Hindu ceremonies and as a signaling device in ancient Rome.
The conch is a type of sea snail, and the shells are made up of a substance called chitin, which is also found in the shells of crabs and lobsters.
In the Hindu epic Mahabharata, the conch shell (called 'shankha' in Sanskrit) is associated with the god Vishnu and is one of his main symbols.
In the Caribbean, conch is a popular ingredient in many dishes, including conch chowder and conch fritters. It is also often eaten raw in salads
Conch shells are also used in traditional Caribbean and African music, where they are blown like a horn or beaten like a drum.
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