Achatinella fuscobasis facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Achatinella fuscobasis |
|
|---|---|
 |
|
| Conservation status | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | |
| Phylum: | |
| Class: | |
| (unranked): |
clade Heterobranchia
clade Euthyneura clade Panpulmonata clade Eupulmonata clade Stylommatophora clade Orthurethra |
| Superfamily: |
Achatinelloidea
|
| Family: |
Achatinellidae
|
| Genus: | |
| Subgenus: |
Bulimella
|
| Species: |
A. fuscobasis
|
| Binomial name | |
| Achatinella fuscobasis (Smith, 1873)
|
|
| Synonyms | |
|
|
Achatinella fuscobasis is a special type of land snail that breathes air. It belongs to a group of snails called gastropods and is part of the Achatinellidae family. This snail is found only in Hawaii, meaning it is endemic to these islands.
About the Achatinella fuscobasis Snail
This unique snail is a land animal. It is known for its beautiful shell. The Achatinella fuscobasis is a very important part of Hawaii's natural world.
What Does It Look Like?
The shell of the Achatinella fuscobasis snail is egg-shaped. It spirals to the left, which is unusual for snails. The lines between the spirals are very clear.
The shell has six spirals or whorls. It is shiny white. The last spiral is yellowish. It has a brown band in the middle and a brown base.
Shell Details
The opening of the shell is white. The edge of the opening is thick and brown. Inside the opening, there is a strong fold.
The shell is about 16.0 millimeters (0.63 inches) tall. It is about 10.0 millimeters (0.39 inches) wide.
See also
In Spanish: Achatinella fuscobasis para niños
