The Distribution of Polymita
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This unique tree snail is only found on the easternmost
Province of Oriente of the island of Cuba. Though widespread
throughout the province, the species, subspecies, varieties and forms
are found in discrete populations endemic to specific geographical areas.
The following maps, though not detailed, indicate the distribution of the
Polymita within the Province of Oriente.
Map of the island of Cuba showing the general distribution of the genus Polymita
Distribution of the Polymita species
The following mini-maps show the localities of the species
(including subspecies and varieties) of the Polymita.
Only the Province of Oriente with major cities and features
are shown for clarity.
Distribution of Polymita picta (Born 1778) |
Distribution of Polymita brocheri ("Gutierrez" Pfeiffer 1864) |
Distribution of Polymita venusta (Gmelin 1792) |
Distribution of Polymita sulphurosa (Morelet 1849) |
Distribution of Polymita versicolor (Born 1778) |
Distribution of Polymita muscarum Lea 1834 |
Note: If enough requests are received the mapping will be
expanded to indicate distribution of the subspecies and varieties.
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