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Große Egelschnecke

Limax maximus

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan), Europe (16 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Mollusca (Weichtiere)

Class

Gastropoda (Schnecken)

Order

Stylommatophora (Landlungenschnecken)

Species

Limax maximus (Große Egelschnecke)

Names in Other Languages

German Große Egelschnecke

Similar Species in Limax

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Schwarzer Schnegel

Limax cinereoniger

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Große Egelschnecke?

The scientific name of Große Egelschnecke is Limax maximus. It belongs to the genus Limax.

What is the conservation status of Große Egelschnecke?

Große Egelschnecke (Limax maximus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Große Egelschnecke live?

Große Egelschnecke is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan), Europe (16 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile).. Countries include Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Iceland.

What family does Große Egelschnecke belong to?

Große Egelschnecke (Limax maximus) belongs to the genus Limax, which is part of the taxonomic family Limacidae.

Is Große Egelschnecke endangered?

No, Große Egelschnecke (Limax maximus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Große Egelschnecke belong to?

Große Egelschnecke (Limax maximus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Große Egelschnecke?

The closest relatives of Große Egelschnecke in the genus Limax include Schwarzer Schnegel.