🌿Native Nature

Norris's Topsnail

Norrisia norrisii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Gastropoda ›Order: Trochida ›Family: Tegulidae ›Genus: Norrisia

About

The marine snail Norrisia norrisii is a medium-sized gastropod mollusk within the family Tegulidae. It has several common names, including Norris's top snail, Norris's topsnail, norrissnail, smooth brown turban snail, or kelp snail. It was first described by G.B. Sowerby I under the name Trochiscus norrisii (in honour of the naturalist Thomas Norris).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Norris's Topsnail?
The scientific name of Norris's Topsnail is Norrisia norrisii.
What kingdom does Norris's Topsnail belong to?
Norris's Topsnail belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Norris's Topsnail belong to?
Norris's Topsnail belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Norris's Topsnail belong to?
Norris's Topsnail belongs to the class Gastropoda.
What order does Norris's Topsnail belong to?
Norris's Topsnail belongs to the order Trochida.
What family does Norris's Topsnail belong to?
Norris's Topsnail belongs to the family Tegulidae.
What genus does Norris's Topsnail belong to?
Norris's Topsnail belongs to the genus Norrisia.