Xerotricha madritensis facts for kids

Xerotricha madritensis is a type of land snail. It's a small, air-breathing snail that belongs to the Hygromiidae family. These snails are sometimes called "hairy snails" because some species in this family have tiny hairs on their shells.

Where Does This Snail Live?

This map shows where Xerotricha madritensis can be found.

This snail is found in parts of Europe. It lives naturally in Spain, Andorra, and France. These are all countries in the southwestern part of Europe.

About Its Name

Scientists sometimes have different ideas about how to group living things. For Xerotricha madritensis, scientists are still working to fully understand its exact family tree. Sometimes, different names have been used for this snail in the past.