272 observationsLeast Concern
Thessalian Snail
Helix thessalica
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Mollusca βΊClass: Gastropoda βΊOrder: Stylommatophora βΊFamily: Helicidae βΊGenus: Helix
About
Helix thessalica is a species of large, air-breathing land snail native to Europe. It is externally similar to Helix pomatia, but has a dark grey penis and vagina. The species has been long considered synonymous with H. pomatia.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Thessalian Snail is Helix thessalica.
- Thessalian Snail belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Thessalian Snail belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
- Thessalian Snail belongs to the class Gastropoda.
- Thessalian Snail belongs to the order Stylommatophora.
- Thessalian Snail belongs to the family Helicidae.
- Thessalian Snail belongs to the genus Helix.