Scientific Name:

Thais Chocolata.

Vernacular Name:

Caracol, Burgao.

Simile of International Trade:

Thais Haemastoma (Atlántico) , Chorus Giganteus (Chile)

Geographical Distribution:

Since Ecuador until Valparaíso (Chile)

Physical Composition:

1. Valva 72.7%
2. Carne Cocida 23.1%
3. Liquido Escurrido 4.2%

Physical Organoleptic Features of Body:

Flesh Texture Firm
Cooked Meat Weight 10.0 – 20.0

Industrialized Products:

IQF Meat, Pre-cooked in poly bags and Masters assorted sizes (pieces/ kg).