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Jenkins' spire shell

Potamopyrgus antipodarum

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Azerbaijan, Iraq, Japan), Europe (31 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Chile).

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Full Taxonomy

Animalia (Animals)

Mollusca (Mollusks)

Gastropoda (Gastropoda)

Littorinimorpha (Littorinimorpha)

Species

Potamopyrgus antipodarum (Jenkins' spire shell)

Names in Other Languages

German Jenkins Deckelschnecke

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Littorinimorpha

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Jenkins' spire shell?

The scientific name of Jenkins' spire shell is Potamopyrgus antipodarum. It belongs to the genus Potamopyrgus.

Where does Jenkins' spire shell live?

Jenkins' spire shell is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Azerbaijan, Iraq, Japan), Europe (31 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Chile).. Countries include Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does Jenkins' spire shell belong to?

Jenkins' spire shell (Potamopyrgus antipodarum) belongs to the genus Potamopyrgus, which is part of the taxonomic family Tateidae.

What kingdom does Jenkins' spire shell belong to?

Jenkins' spire shell (Potamopyrgus antipodarum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

Native Range — 37 Countries

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Genus Potamopyrgus — 1 Species

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Jenkins' spire shell

Potamopyrgus antipodarum

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Data verified March 2026

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