Common Chrysalis Snail
Lauria cylindracea
This record describes Lauria cylindracea (species). Recorded order: Pulmonata.
Identification and Appearance
3-4mm. This very common small, dumpy snail varies from light to dark brown in colour. The mouth has a single tooth which is contiguous with the lip. Adults have a thickened white lip. There are several small snail that look very similar. The thickened white lip and the single tooth within the mouth must be seen to confirm its identity. Juveniles lack the thickened lip and can't be identified securely. Will tolerate moderately moist to dryish habitats, and is often found in gardens, urban habitats and woodland. Widespread and common throughout most of Britain
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Order
- Pulmonata
- Genus
- Lauria
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Will tolerate moderately moist to dryish habitats, and is often found in gardens, urban habitats and woodland.
Seasonal Activity
All year.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread and common throughout most of Britain
About Pulmonata: the wider group
Order-level background for Pulmonata, the group containing Lauria cylindracea. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Pulmonata includes terrestrial and freshwater snails and slugs with ~30,000 described species. The giant African land snail (Lissachatina fulica) can reach 20cm and is one of the most invasive species globally.
Ecological role of the group
Terrestrial gastropods are important decomposers and calcium recyclers in forest ecosystems. They are also critical food sources for birds, hedgehogs, and beetles. Many species are hermaphrodites, possessing both male and female reproductive organs.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Slugs and snails cause billions in crop damage worldwide. The global molluscicide market was valued at $800 million in 2023. Conversely, edible snails (escargot) support a global industry worth over $4 billion annually.
Recorded sources for this group: FAO, agricultural pest management, gastropod research. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Common Chrysalis Snail (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Common Chrysalis Snail
What is Common Chrysalis Snail?
Common Chrysalis Snail (Lauria cylindracea) is a species, within the order Pulmonata.
Where is Common Chrysalis Snail found?
Habitat: Will tolerate moderately moist to dryish habitats, and is often found in gardens, urban habitats and woodland.
When is Common Chrysalis Snail active?
Common Chrysalis Snail: seasonal activity - All year..