What is another word for ancylus?
Pronunciation: [ˈansɪləs] (IPA) 
An ancylus is a small, spiral-shaped freshwater snail that is commonly found in streams and rivers across Europe and North America. The term "ancylus" is derived from the Greek word meaning "crooked," referring to the snail's distinctively curved shape. Synonyms for this species include the common name "spiral snail," as well as more scientific terms such as "Ancylus fluviatilis" and "Ancylus lacustris." Other common synonyms for ancylus include water limpet, freshwater limpet, and ramshorn snail. Regardless of the name used, these small snails play an important role in many ecosystems by potentially serving as bioindicators of environmental health.
