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Garden snail

Helix aspersa

Description:

Although this species is edible, it is often regarded as a pest in gardens and to agriculture, especially where it has been accidentally introduced. It is native to the Mediterranean area but has been spread by humans, both deliberately and accidentally, to numerous areas all over the world.

Habitat:

Suburban backyard and garden.

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misako
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misako

Sacramento, California, USA

Spotted on Apr 3, 2010
Submitted on Aug 27, 2011

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