"Giant African land snails are illegal to own in the U.S. due to their potential to destroy ecosystems and carry disease." "These snails are considered a destructive invasive species that can harm ...

The snail can wreak havoc on agriculture and carry a parasite that causes meningitis in humans. Officials have quarantined the area where it was detected and are using bait to lure more specimens. The ...

BROWARD COUNTY, Florida -- Some neighborhoods in Broward County in Florida are under quarantine Tuesday after sightings of invasive giant African land snails, known to be one of the most dangerous ...

Hundreds of non-native animal & plant species live in Florida. They prey on native critters & damage native ecosystems.

Giant African land snail carries disease, eats crops. April 16, 2013 — -- The giant African land snail may fit in the palm of your hand, but it is posing a big threat to Florida residents. State ...

A county in Florida has enacted a quarantine after discovering that giant African land snails have invaded the area. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) website stated, ...

MIRAMAR, Fla. — A portion of a South Florida county is under quarantine after an invasive giant snail that causes a health risk to humans has been detected. The Florida Department of Agriculture and ...