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Carthusian snail

Monacha cartusiana

Endangered

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The Carthusian Snail (Monacha cartusiana) is a species in the genus Monacha. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. 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.

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 (12 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇲🇩 Moldova 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇷 Greece 🇮🇹 Italy 🇵🇱 Poland 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Gastropoda (ชั้นแกสโทรโพดา)

Order

Stylommatophora (Stylommatophora)

Species

Monacha cartusiana (Carthusian snail)

Names in Other Languages

German Kartäuserschnecke

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Carthusian snail?

The scientific name of Carthusian snail is Monacha cartusiana. It belongs to the genus Monacha.

What is the conservation status of Carthusian snail?

Carthusian snail (Monacha cartusiana) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Carthusian snail live?

Carthusian snail is found in Found across Europe (12 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Greece, Italy, Moldova, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Sweden.

What family does Carthusian snail belong to?

Carthusian snail (Monacha cartusiana) belongs to the genus Monacha, which is part of the taxonomic family Hygromiidae.

Is Carthusian snail endangered?

Yes, Carthusian snail (Monacha cartusiana) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Carthusian snail belong to?

Carthusian snail (Monacha cartusiana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Carthusian snail?

The closest relatives of Carthusian snail in the genus Monacha include Kentish snail.