A genus of freshwater snails with large, rounded shells that are commonly kept in aquariums.
From Latin ampulla meaning 'flask' or 'bottle', referring to the flask-like shape of the shell. The suffix -aria denotes a genus or group. The term was applied because the snails' shells resemble small bottles.
These snails are sometimes called 'mystery snails' because aquarium enthusiasts were mystified by their ability to lay eggs above the waterline in clusters—they can actually breathe air and leave water temporarily, making them uniquely adaptable creatures.
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