How do cats eye snails eat?

Cats eye snails, or Monodonta lineata, primarily feed on algae and biofilm found on rocks and other surfaces in their aquatic habitats. They use a specialized feeding structure called a radula, which is a tongue-like organ equipped with tiny, tooth-like structures to scrape food off surfaces. By moving the radula back and forth, they effectively scrape off their food to consume. This feeding method allows them to thrive in environments where algae are abundant.