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Alpine whorl snail

Vertigo alpestris

Least Concern

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The Alpine whorl snail (Vertigo alpestris) is a species in the genus Vertigo. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in terrestrial and aquatic habitats including forests and freshwater. Distributed across Denmark, France, Italy, Norway, and Sweden.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in terrestrial and aquatic habitats including forests and freshwater.

Distributed across Denmark, France, Italy, Norway, and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇹 Italy

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Gastropoda (بطنيات القدم)

Order

Stylommatophora (عاموديات العيون)

Species

Vertigo alpestris (Alpine whorl snail)

Names in Other Languages

German Alpen-Windelschnecke

Similar Species in Vertigo

Lilljeborg's whorl snail

Critically Endangered

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Narrow Mouthed Whorl Snail

Vertigo angustior

Near Threatened

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Round-mouthed Whorl Snail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Alpine whorl snail?

The scientific name of Alpine whorl snail is Vertigo alpestris. It belongs to the genus Vertigo.

What is the conservation status of Alpine whorl snail?

Alpine whorl snail (Vertigo alpestris) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Alpine whorl snail live?

Alpine whorl snail is found in Distributed across Denmark, France, Italy, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Denmark, France, Italy, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Alpine whorl snail belong to?

Alpine whorl snail (Vertigo alpestris) belongs to the genus Vertigo, which is part of the taxonomic family Vertiginidae.

Is Alpine whorl snail endangered?

No, Alpine whorl snail (Vertigo alpestris) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Alpine whorl snail belong to?

Alpine whorl snail (Vertigo alpestris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of Alpine whorl snail?

The closest relatives of Alpine whorl snail in the genus Vertigo include common whorl snail, Geyer’s Whorl Snail, Lilljeborg's whorl snail, marsh whorl snail, Narrow Mouthed Whorl Snail.