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Ramshorn

The Ramshorn

The Ramshorn (Planorbis planorbis) is a common and widespread species of pond snail. Much smaller than it's relative the Great Ramshorn, the Ramshorn's shell will have a diameter of around 12mm


This species lives in ponds, rivers and lakes throughout Britian, but can also cope with stagnant conditions. This species grazes on algea which coats water plants.

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