Giant African land snails are back in Florida

[INSIDIOUS]

These are some interesting critters.

They've also been known to attach to houses and eat the stucco walls.

contrasted with:

Alternatively, the snails might be brought in as snacks: They are considered a delicacy in West Africa.

https://www.npr.org/2023/06/23/1183784344/giant-african-land-snail-florida-problem

[cmac2012]

"Do they eat stucco walls?" is a question that often pops to mind when considering what sort of delicacy snacks I will enjoy.

[INSIDIOUS]

This is the first time for me

[Paulg1]

Originally Posted by INSIDIOUS

This is the first time for me

I heard they’re faster than an eighties Merc diesel.

[Paulg1]

Originally Posted by INSIDIOUS

These are some interesting critters. contrasted with: https://www.npr.org/2023/06/23/1183784344/giant-african-land-snail-florida-problem

They are considered a delicacy in West Africa.

They carry meningitis. Stay away.