The years-long journey to save a tiny snail you've never heard of
Researchers in upstate New York are working to rehome some tiny, rare snails. Understanding their decline could help mitigate broader climate changes.
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Florida officials plan to eradicate giant African land snails, again
Back in 2018, the Florida agriculture commissioner described these types of snails as a "triple threat" because of the potential harm to human health, the environment and agriculture.
George, Reclusive Hawaiian Snail And Last Of His Kind, Dies At 14
While he was but one very lonely Achatinella apexfulva, his death takes place amid a crisis for Hawaii's native snails, whose populations have been decimated by invasive species.
Mon Dieu! Burgundy Snails Aren't French Anymore
Declining snail populations in France have led to imports of Burgundy snails from European countries. Consumers love them, but not French snail farmers, who want people to eat locally raised snails.
Can't Hurry Love: Rare Snail Finds Romance After Global Search
A genetic fluke stood in the way of love for a lonely and unique snail named Jeremy. But thanks to a public appeal, the snail has hopefully found a mate — or maybe even two.
WATCH: Incredible Tiny Snail Beats Its Watery Wings And 'Flies'
Scientists say Limacina helicina, which moves much like a fruit fly, represents a "remarkable" evolutionary convergence. Its ancestors and those of flying insects diverged some 550 million years ago.