Biology

Vineyard Snail (Helix pisana) / Caracol da Vinha (Helix pisana)

A gastropod mollusk found in the eastern region of Madeira, in the low region of Porto Santo, and also in the Selvagens. In Porto Santo, where it was once very abundant, it is used as food for domestic ducks.

Locations mentioned in this article

Pôrto Santo
Location where the mollusk is found
Selvagens
Location where the mollusk is found