Estimated Time For Lesson: 3 minutes


ID Notes

Limpets have cone-shaped shells with a curved top.

Limpets are likely to be found firmly attached to rocks, plants or the lake bed.

  • Cone-shaped limpet shell with a curved top

  • Shell is often dark, but may be yellowish or reddish

Photos Credit: Dr Cyril Bennett MBE

They can be found on lake shores and feed on algae on water plants and rocks using their tough tongue.

Empty shells are not counted!

Size: Can be up to 10mm