Giant African land snails are considered one of the most damaging snails in the world. They have previously been eradicated twice in Florida – and one was found in Pasco County.
It consumes at least 500 types of plants, causes structural damage to plaster and stucco structures, and carries a parasitic nematode that can lead to meningitis in humans.
The Giant African land snail was first discovered in southern Florida in the 1960s. It took officials ten years and a total of $1 million to eradicate it,Proof of megalodon extinction is in their teeth, scientists sayEach snail has both female and male reproductive organs, so they can reproduce rapidly. It is able to reproduce several more times after mating once.
While the snails are considered dangerous pests, it is still unlawful to move the snail or anything like plants, soil, yard waste, debrisand compost from a quarantine area without permission. The quarantine area's boundaries are Ridge Road to the north, Little Road to the east, Trouble Creek Road to the south, and U.S. Highway 19 to the west. DAILY NEWSLETTERthat I have read and agree
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