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agate snail

Cecilioides acicula

Vulnerable

About

The Agate snail (Cecilioides acicula) is a species in the genus Cecilioides. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, tundra, and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, among 9 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, tundra, and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, among 9 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Saudi Arabia), Europe (8 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Argentina). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Gastropoda (Gastropoda)

Order

Stylommatophora (Stylommatophora)

Species

Cecilioides acicula (agate snail)

Names in Other Languages

German Blinde Turmschnecke

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of agate snail?

The scientific name of agate snail is Cecilioides acicula. It belongs to the genus Cecilioides.

What is the conservation status of agate snail?

agate snail (Cecilioides acicula) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does agate snail live?

agate snail is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Saudi Arabia), Europe (8 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Argentina). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Argentina, Belgium, Denmark, France, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Saudi Arabia.

What family does agate snail belong to?

agate snail (Cecilioides acicula) belongs to the genus Cecilioides, which is part of the taxonomic family Ferussaciidae.

Is agate snail endangered?

Yes, agate snail (Cecilioides acicula) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does agate snail belong to?

agate snail (Cecilioides acicula) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).