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Glatte Grasschnecke

Vallonia pulchella

Vulnerable
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The Beautiful grass snail (Vallonia pulchella) is a species in the genus Vallonia. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 9 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 9 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Israel, Japan), Europe (9 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Argentina, Chile, Uruguay). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Names in Other Languages

German Glatte Grasschnecke

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Glatte Grasschnecke?
The scientific name of Glatte Grasschnecke is Vallonia pulchella. It belongs to the genus Vallonia.
What is the conservation status of Glatte Grasschnecke?
Glatte Grasschnecke (Vallonia pulchella) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Glatte Grasschnecke live?
Glatte Grasschnecke is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Israel, Japan), Europe (9 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Argentina, Chile, Uruguay). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Argentina, Belgium, Chile, Denmark, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Japan, Norway.
What family does Glatte Grasschnecke belong to?
Glatte Grasschnecke (Vallonia pulchella) belongs to the genus Vallonia, which is part of the taxonomic family Valloniidae.
Is Glatte Grasschnecke endangered?
Yes, Glatte Grasschnecke (Vallonia pulchella) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Glatte Grasschnecke belong to?
Glatte Grasschnecke (Vallonia pulchella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Glatte Grasschnecke?
The closest relatives of Glatte Grasschnecke in the genus Vallonia include Gerippte Grasschnecke, Große Grasschnecke, Schiefe Grasschnecke, Schwäbische Grasschnecke.

Native Range — 16 Countries

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