Australian Amber Snail

Succinea australis

Bug Life Native IUCN: Not Evaluated

About

The cases are right-hand wound, moderately high and usually only have a few turns. The last turn is greatly enlarged. The skin is thin, shiny and often translucent

Size

Size ranges between 1-2cm

Habitat

Mainly found on the banks of rivers and lakes and in marshes

Distribution

Southern Australia from SA to NSW including Tasmania

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Local Sightings

1 recorded sighting in and around the area.

References & citations (2)

The Cook Islands Natural Heritage Trust (accessed 2021-09-22 14:03:33)
The Atlas of Living Australia (accessed 2021-09-22 14:03:33)

Quick Facts

Common name: Australian Amber Snail
Scientific name: Succinea australis (Férussac, 1821)
Family: Succineidae
Category: Bug Life › Snails
Origin: Native
Conservation: Not Evaluated

Australian Faunal Directory

Also Known As

Southern Amber Snail

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