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southern whorl snail

Truncatellina callicratis

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇷 Greece 🇮🇹 Italy 🇪🇸 Spain

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Gastropoda (Gastrópodes)

Order

Stylommatophora (Stylommatophora)

Species

Truncatellina callicratis (southern whorl snail)

Names in Other Languages

German Südliche Zylinderwindelschnecke

Similar Species in Truncatellina

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russet whorl snail

Truncatellina monodon

Least Concern

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bulging whorl snail

Truncatellina costulata

Least Concern

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cylindrical whorl snail

Truncatellina cylindrica

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of southern whorl snail?

The scientific name of southern whorl snail is Truncatellina callicratis. It belongs to the genus Truncatellina.

What is the conservation status of southern whorl snail?

southern whorl snail (Truncatellina callicratis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does southern whorl snail live?

southern whorl snail is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, France, Greece, Italy, Norway, Spain.

What family does southern whorl snail belong to?

southern whorl snail (Truncatellina callicratis) belongs to the genus Truncatellina, which is part of the taxonomic family Truncatellinidae.

Is southern whorl snail endangered?

Yes, southern whorl snail (Truncatellina callicratis) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does southern whorl snail belong to?

southern whorl snail (Truncatellina callicratis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of southern whorl snail?

The closest relatives of southern whorl snail in the genus Truncatellina include russet whorl snail, bulging whorl snail, cylindrical whorl snail.