Freshwater Snails
Freshwater snails are gastropod mollusks that inhabit freshwater environments such as lakes, rivers, ponds, and streams. They have a soft body protected by a hard shell, which they can retract into for protection. Freshwater snails play important roles in their ecosystems by feeding on algae and decaying organic matter, helping to maintain water quality. They are a diverse group of organisms, with a wide range of shapes, sizes, and colors, and are often kept as pets in freshwater aquariums.