green garden snail

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (7 countries) and North America (Mexico, United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Mollusca (moluscos)

Class

Gastropoda (gastrópodos)

Order

Stylommatophora (Stylommatophora)

Family

Helicidae

Genus

Cantareus

Species

Cantareus apertus (green garden snail)

Names in Other Languages

German Grunzschnecke

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of green garden snail?

The scientific name of green garden snail is Cantareus apertus. It belongs to the genus Cantareus.

What is the conservation status of green garden snail?

green garden snail (Cantareus apertus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does green garden snail live?

green garden snail is found in Found across Europe (7 countries) and North America (Mexico, United States).. Countries include Austria, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Mexico, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does green garden snail belong to?

green garden snail (Cantareus apertus) belongs to the genus Cantareus, which is part of the taxonomic family Helicidae.

Is green garden snail endangered?

No, green garden snail (Cantareus apertus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does green garden snail belong to?

green garden snail (Cantareus apertus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).