The Invasion of Giant African Snails in the US: Threats and Confiscations.
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Part of Southwest Florida is under quarantine to stop the spread of the giant African land snail, which can consume over 500 types of plants and carries a parasite that causes meningitis in humans. This is not the first time the snail has been detected in Florida, but officials are taking action to eradicate it. Property owners in the treatment area will be notified in advance of pesticide treatment to control the snails.
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