Bulimulidae

/ˌbjuːlɪˈmjuːlɪdeɪ/ noun

Definition

A family of terrestrial snails found primarily in the Americas, characterized by their small shells.

Etymology

From New Latin, derived from the genus name 'Bulimulus' (diminutive of 'bulimus') + '-idae' (taxonomic family suffix). The genus name itself comes from Greek roots meaning 'ox hunger' due to their voracious eating.

Kelly Says

This snail family got its genus name from the same Greek 'ox hunger' root as bulimia—they're named for how vigorously they eat, not any eating disorder!

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