Molluscs in New York

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 10 most common molluscs in New York?

The 10 most common molluscs in New York are:

1. Brown-lipped Snail (Cepaea nemoralis)
2. Leopard Slug (Limax maximus)
3. Atlantic Ribbed Mussel (Geukensia demissa)
4. Eastern Oyster (Crassostrea virginica)
5. Northern Quahog (Mercenaria mercenaria)
6. Eastern Mudsnail (Ilyanassa obsoleta)
7. Common Atlantic Slippersnail (Crepidula fornicata)
8. Soft-shelled Clam (Mya arenaria)
9. Atlantic Bay Scallop (Argopecten irradians)
10. Atlantic Jackknife (Ensis leei)

What is the most observed mollusc in New York?

The most observed mollusc in New York is Brown-lipped Snail (Cepaea nemoralis), with 5,055 recorded observations.