らせん状の丈夫な殻を背負った軟体動物。柔らかい体と粘液に覆われた足でゆっくりと移動する。草食性で葉と茎、果物などを食べる。殻は身を守り乾燥を防ぐ役割を果たす。のんびりした動きと穏やかな性格で古くから親しまれてきた。
A mollusk that carries a hard, spiral shell on its back. It moves slowly using its soft body and a foot rich in mucus. Being herbivorous, it nibbles on leaves, stems, and fruit. Its shell protects its body and prevents it from drying out. Known for its slow movements and gentle nature, it has long been familiar to people.