iridella
Iridella is a genus of freshwater snails belonging to the family Lymnaeidae, commonly known as pond snails. These aquatic gastropods are found in North America, inhabiting a variety of freshwater environments such as ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams. The shells of Iridella snails are typically thin and dextral, meaning they coil in a clockwise direction. Their shape can vary between species but often exhibits a conical or ovate form with prominent whorls.
The snails themselves possess a soft, unsegmented body that can retract into the shell. They are herbivores,
While generally not of significant economic importance, Iridella species are part of the broader biodiversity of