Flax Shell

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Mollusca (moluscos)

Class

Gastropoda (gastrópodos)

Order

Stylommatophora (Stylommatophora)

Family

Bothriembryontidae

Genus

Placostylus

Species

Placostylus garretti (Flax Shell)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Flax Shell?

The scientific name of Flax Shell is Placostylus garretti. It belongs to the genus Placostylus.

What is the conservation status of Flax Shell?

Flax Shell (Placostylus garretti) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Flax Shell belong to?

Flax Shell (Placostylus garretti) belongs to the genus Placostylus, which is part of the taxonomic family Bothriembryontidae.

What kingdom does Flax Shell belong to?

Flax Shell (Placostylus garretti) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Flax Shell?

The closest relatives of Flax Shell in the genus Placostylus include Flax Shell, Flax Shell.