Austrolittorina
*Austrolittorina* is a genus of small to medium-sized sea snails, specifically marine gastropod mollusks, belonging to the family Littorinidae, commonly known as periwinkles. The genus is primarily distributed along the coastlines of the southern hemisphere, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region, including Australia, New Zealand, and parts of Southeast Asia. These snails are often found in intertidal zones, inhabiting rocky shores, mangrove forests, and seagrass beds.
Members of *Austrolittorina* are characterized by their relatively small, conical shells, typically measuring between 5 and
The taxonomy of *Austrolittorina* has undergone revisions, with some species previously classified under other genera such
Conservation status varies among species, with some populations facing threats from habitat destruction, pollution, and invasive