Data: I found this snail on the wall of our house in Altadena, California a week ago. It is flat, not the conical type. I have never seen one quite like it and wonder if you know what it is and whether it is native to this area or not.

Thank you, Susanna

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Identified: Discus rotundatus (Muller, 1774) (Rounded Snail)

Discussions:

• Discus rotundatus. Introduced to California from Europe...Barry R.
• Yes, it is Discus rotundatus....Cristian A.
• See Femorale for some excellent shell pictures, The Garden Safari for a photo of a living round snail, and Ayden Orsten's web site for more information... Avril B.