Species: Cochlicopa lubrica
Common name: Glossy pillar
Family: Cionellidae
These small, common snails are often found around homes, especially in low-lying areas where the ground stays moist. They typically self-fertilize.
Origin: Probably the Pacific Northwest.
Diet: Decaying plant material, occasionally live plants.
Where in Oregon: Widespread.
Similar exotics to look for: There are 22 (questionable) species of Cochlicopa listed from Russia and surrounding countries. Western Europe has two species, C. lubrica and C. lubricella which only differ in size (maximum length of C. lubricella is 6.8mm).
Diet: Decaying plant material, occasionally live plants.
Where in Oregon: Widespread.
Similar exotics to look for: There are 22 (questionable) species of Cochlicopa listed from Russia and surrounding countries. Western Europe has two species, C. lubrica and C. lubricella which only differ in size (maximum length of C. lubricella is 6.8mm).
