👉 The term "sordes" is a genus of sea snails, which belong to the family Sordariidae. Sordes are small, freshwater snail-like animals that can grow up to 10 inches (25 cm) in length and have a tough, hard exoskeleton made of keratin. They are commonly found in freshwater environments such as streams, lakes, and rivers, but they can also be found in saltwater. Sordes are primarily active during the summer