helicidae

hɛlɪˈsaɪdiːd

Definitions

1. noun

a family of aquatic snails, often called ramshorn snails or garden snails, characterized by a spiral shell that is usually pointed at the apex.

“The helicidae family is found in freshwater habitats around the world.”

Synonyms

  • ramshorn snails
  • snail family

Antonyms

  • terrestrial snails