Potamididae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order , class Gastropoda. The family contains 8 accepted species worldwide.
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Potamididae animals belong to the order in the Animalia kingdom. A key distinguishing feature of adult individuals is the broken-off tip of the shell, though this feature can be hard to identify in some specimens. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Potamididae is classified in the order , class Gastropoda, phylum Mollusca. The family contains 8 accepted species worldwide.
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