Valve Snail
Valvata piscinalis
This record describes Valvata piscinalis (species). Recorded family: Valvatidae.
Identification and Appearance
Size 3.5 to 5 mm x 4 to 6 mm - almost globular. Shell whitish yellow to greenish grey or brown, with narrow umbilicus, aperture almost circular, slightly angled. The animal itself is a dull yellow colour with long, almost transparent tentacles. Clear stillwaters or in slowly moving water bodies. Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Family
- Valvatidae
- Genus
- Valvata
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Clear stillwaters or in slowly moving water bodies.
Seasonal Activity
All year round.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Feeds on detritus.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.
Photos of Valve Snail (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Valve Snail
What is Valve Snail?
Valve Snail (Valvata piscinalis) is a species in the family Valvatidae.
How big is Valve Snail?
3.5 to 5 mm x 4 to 6 mm - almost globular. Shell whitish yellow to greenish grey or brown, with narrow umbilicus, aperture almost circular, slightly angled. The animal itself is a dull yellow colour with long, almost transparent tentacles.
Where is Valve Snail found?
Habitat: Clear stillwaters or in slowly moving water bodies.
When is Valve Snail active?
Valve Snail: seasonal activity - All year round..
What is the life cycle of a Valve Snail?
Feeds on detritus.