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Molluscs 33 - Systematic Listing

(30 speciess + 3 forms with special treatment that are not considered at the species level)

Number of records: 49

Last update: 03/10/2026 19:40:28

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Argentina

General Information

Argentina is located in the southernmost part of South America, bordering Bolivia and Paraguay to the north, Brazil, Uruguay, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Atlantic Ocean and the Drake Passage to the south, and Chile to the west. Argentina´s geographical position is unique, as it encompasses a wide range of climates and landscapes, from the peaks of the Andes mountain range to the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. The country can be divided into several geographical regions, including the Pampas, Patagonia, Cuyo, and Chaco, each with its own geographical and climatic characteristics.

To get to Argentina, there are several transportation options. The country has several international airports, including Ministro Pistarini International Airport in Buenos Aires, which is the largest and busiest in the country. From there, you can take domestic or international flights to different destinations. You can also enter Argentina by land, through the borders with neighboring countries, or by sea, through the ports of the Atlantic Ocean. Once inside the country, you can use different modes of transportation, such as buses, trains, or cars, to get to the various places of interest.

In terms of environments and characteristics of the surroundings, Argentina is a country with great geographical diversity. The Pampas region is a fertile and flat plain, covered with grasslands and crops, while the Patagonia region is a mountainous and glacial area, with a cold and windy climate. The Cuyo region is a valley and mountain area, with a dry and sunny climate, while the Chaco region is a forest and savanna area, with a hot and humid climate. The vegetation in Argentina is also very varied, with quebracho and algarrobo forests in the Chaco region, grasslands in the Pampas, and shrubs and cacti in Patagonia.

In terms of useful logistical information, it is essential to keep in mind that Argentina is a large and diverse country, and each region has its own characteristics and needs. In general, it is recommended to plan ahead and research the climatic and geographical conditions of each place before traveling. It is also important to consider the availability of services and infrastructure in each region, as some areas may be more remote and difficult to access than others. In terms of accessibility, Argentina has a network of roads and highways that connect the different cities and towns, although some areas may be more difficult to access due to lack of infrastructure or weather conditions.

In summary, Argentina is a country with great geographical and climatic diversity, offering a variety of landscapes and environments to explore. With proper planning and prior research, it is possible to enjoy a unique and exciting nature observation experience in this country.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 18/07/2026



Regions
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  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Conservation status Notes
1ArcoidaGlycymeridaeAlmendra De MarGlycymeris longiorNative
  
2CardiidaDonacidaeBerberecho AustralDonax hanleyanusNative
  
3SolecurtidaeUña de ViejaTagelus plebeiusNative
  
4MytiloidaMytilidaeCholgaAulacomya atraNative
  
5Mejillín ComúnBrachidontes rodrigueziiNative
  
6Mejillón ComúnMytilus platensisNative
  
7OstreoidaPectinidaeVieira TehuelcheAequipecten tehuelchusNative
  
8VeneroidaMactridaeMactra ComúnMactra isabelleanaNative
  
9VeneridaePurple ClamAlmeja PúrpuraEucallista purpurataNative
  
10HygrophilaPlanorbidaeBiomphalaria tenagophilaNative
  
11LepetellidaFissurellidaeFissurellidea patagónicaNative
  
12LittorinimorphaHydrobiidaeHeleobia parchappiiNative
  
13MesogastropodaAmpullariidaeApple SnailAmpulariaPomacea canaliculataNative
  
14NeogastropodaNassariidaeGradated BulliaNasa EscalonadaBuccinanops cochlidiumNative
  
15Nasa de CollarBuccinanops moniliferNative
  
16OlividaeOliva OrejaOlivancillaria auriculariaNative
  
17Oliva AlargadaOlivancillaria carcellesiNative
  
18Oliva CónicaOlivancillaria urceusNative
  
19VolutidaeVoluta NegraPachycymbiola brasilianaNative
  
20Voluta FinaZidona dufresneiNative
  
21NudibranchiaDiscodorididaeDoris fontainiiNative
  
22TritoniidaeTritonia odhneriNative
  
23SiphonariidaSiphonariidaeLapa PulmonadaSiphonaria lessoniiNative
  
24StylommatophoraAchatinidaeDecollate SnailCaracol DegolladoRumina decollataNative
  
25AgriolimacidaeGrey Garden SlugBabosa Gris GrandeDeroceras reticulatumNative
  
26HelicidaeGarden SnailCaracol Común de JardinCornu aspersumNative
  
27Spanish SnailCaracol EspañolOtala punctataNative
  
28Otala sp.Not listed
  
29White Garden SnailCaracol de Las DunasTheba pisanaNative
  
30LimacidaeThree- Band GardenslugBabosa de Tres BandasAmbigolimax valentianusNative
  
31Babosa AmarillaLimacus flavusNative
  
32SuccineidaeOmalonyx sp.Native
  
33Succinea sp.Native
  
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