Gastropoda, or Gastropods, form a major part of the phylum Mollusca (Slugs & Snails). There are over 60,000 living species alive today, and they include many thousands of marine & freshwater snails and slugs,, as well as their terrestial counterparts.
Gastropods are extraordinary also because of their diverse habitats, including woodland, deserts, mountains, rivers, lakes, and oceans.
They are incredible survivors!