The shells of the adult flat-spired three-toothed land snails are about 1 inch in diameter.  The spire, or back  surface of the shell is flat and not cone-shaped.  The shell is brown and the body of the animal is dark gray.  The snail has only one tooth.
     This snail is only found in West Virginia.  The diet of the snail is not known, but it probably feeds on leaves, fruit, and algae.

Reasons for the species decline in population:

    Recreational activities have caused some problems.  In addition to crushing the snails by foot traffic, the walking can destroy the leaf litter in which the snails live.    Forest fires can also destroy habitats.

Protection:

     Surveys have been conducted to find new populations.  Landowners have been contacted to discuss protection.   The Division of Natural Resources have established a captive population for reintroduction and research.  The Division has limited rock climbing and hiking in protected areas.