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Grassland Whorl Snail

Vertigo ovata

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, tundra, and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests spanning the Australasia and Oceanian realms.

Distributed across Mexico, New Zealand, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇺🇸 United States 🇳🇿 New Zealand 🇲🇽 Mexico

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Stylommatophora (Stylommatophora)

Species

Vertigo ovata (Grassland Whorl Snail)

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 Grassland Whorl Snail?

The scientific name of Grassland Whorl Snail is Vertigo ovata. It belongs to the genus Vertigo.

What is the conservation status of Grassland Whorl Snail?

Grassland Whorl Snail (Vertigo ovata) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Grassland Whorl Snail live?

Grassland Whorl Snail is found in Distributed across Mexico, New Zealand, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Mexico, New Zealand, United States.

What family does Grassland Whorl Snail belong to?

Grassland Whorl Snail (Vertigo ovata) belongs to the genus Vertigo, which is part of the taxonomic family Vertiginidae.

What kingdom does Grassland Whorl Snail belong to?

Grassland Whorl Snail (Vertigo ovata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of Grassland Whorl Snail?

The closest relatives of Grassland 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.