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girdled snail

Hygromia cinctella

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (12 countries) and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand).

🇦🇹 Austria 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇮🇹 Italy 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇳🇿 New Zealand 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇨🇭 Switzerland 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Names in Other Languages

French Hélice carénée
German Gekielte Laubschnecke

Similar Species in Hygromia

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hedge snail
Hygromia limbata
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of girdled snail?
The scientific name of girdled snail is Hygromia cinctella. It belongs to the genus Hygromia.
Where does girdled snail live?
girdled snail is found in Found across Europe (12 countries) and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway.
What family does girdled snail belong to?
girdled snail (Hygromia cinctella) belongs to the genus Hygromia, which is part of the taxonomic family Hygromiidae.
What kingdom does girdled snail belong to?
girdled snail (Hygromia cinctella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of girdled snail?
The closest relatives of girdled snail in the genus Hygromia include hedge snail.

Native Range — 13 Countries

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Genus Hygromia — 2 Species

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girdled snail
Hygromia cinctella
NE
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hedge snail
Hygromia limbata
NE
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