Septaria [Septaria]

Description

Septaria are characterized by their elongated, cylindrical shells, which are often brown or greenish in color, providing camouflage among rocks and submerged vegetation. They are primarily found in freshwater and brackish environments but can also adapt to marine conditions. These snails play a crucial role in scraping algae from surfaces, contributing to ecosystem health.

Species
Common nerite
Common nerite [Septaria lineolata]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Mollusks
Mollusca
Class Gastropods
Gastropoda
Order Littorinimorpha
Littorinimorpha
Family Nerites
Neritidae
Statistics
  • Species 1