“Apt name for a conchologist?” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SHEL is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Apt name for a conchologist?”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 5, 2026, where it runs at 29 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.