Kateutena
Kateutena, also known as Kateutenae, is a genus of small, aquatic, freshwater snails with a gill and an operculum, an external shell closure. The genus is native to North America and is found in various freshwater habitats, including streams, rivers, and ponds. Kateutena species are characterized by their small, conical shells, which are typically less than 10 millimeters in height. The shells are usually brown or gray in color, with a smooth or slightly ridged surface.
The genus Kateutena was first described by the American malacologist Henry Augustus Pilsbry in 1904. It is
Kateutena species are herbivorous, feeding on algae and other plant material. They are also known to consume
Kateutena species play an important role in freshwater ecosystems, as they help to control the growth of