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moss chrysalis snail

Pupilla muscorum

Near Threatened

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (7 countries) and North America (United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇷 Greece 🇮🇹 Italy 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Gastropoda (Gastropoda)

Order

Stylommatophora (Stylommatophora)

Species

Pupilla muscorum (moss chrysalis snail)

Names in Other Languages

German Gemeines Moospüppchen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of moss chrysalis snail?

The scientific name of moss chrysalis snail is Pupilla muscorum. It belongs to the genus Pupilla.

What is the conservation status of moss chrysalis snail?

moss chrysalis snail (Pupilla muscorum) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does moss chrysalis snail live?

moss chrysalis snail is found in Found across Europe (7 countries) and North America (United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Greece, Italy, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does moss chrysalis snail belong to?

moss chrysalis snail (Pupilla muscorum) belongs to the genus Pupilla, which is part of the taxonomic family Pupillidae.

What kingdom does moss chrysalis snail belong to?

moss chrysalis snail (Pupilla muscorum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of moss chrysalis snail?

The closest relatives of moss chrysalis snail in the genus Pupilla include Alpine moss snail.