This is one tiny snail which I never even knew existed until the other week. The shell grows no longer than 4.4mm (0.2in) long. Note it has only one single tooth in the shell opening (see image below), which helps identify this species, and also it is quite a plumpish looking snail with 5 to 6 whorls and a blunt spire compared to other similar species. The snail itself is fairly dark with pale sides.
They are Ovoviviparous, which means the eggs hatch within the body of the animal, and then they give birth to live young. They can live up to 4 years. Quite common and widespread throughout woods, damp grassland and gardens. It can be seen all year round.
July 2017, rear garden, Staffordshire, England.
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This is a great set of pictures Pete. Snails are really interesting.
Dwight
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Thank you very much, Dwight 🙂 They are interesting and fascinating creatures.
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What a splendid little golden critter. But four years! That’s an eternity for such a slow moving, petite creature. Although, it would probably take a year just to traverse your yard eh Pete?
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I only have a small yard, but a snail that small and that slow, it might take a year to get from one end to the other 🙂
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This is so cool!
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Thank you 🙂
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Beautiful close-ups, as always, Pete. Love the detail on this little guy.
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Thank you, Jane 🙂 For such small creatures that hold a whole lot of interest and beauty.
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He’s a cutie, with a lovely caramel coloured shell. Nice macro Pete!
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Thank you, Jude 🙂 Yes, for their size, they are quite something.
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