Snail

A massive African land snail, capable of wreaking havoc on ecosystems and human health, has been discovered in Brooklyn, New York, sparking urgent action from state authorities. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced in June that the mollusk, which can grow up to eight inches long and five inches in diameter, was "surrendered" to the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation. The African land snail is not just an ecological curiosity—it poses serious risks. Known for its voracious appetite, the snail can consume over 500 types of plants, threatening local agriculture and natural habitats.…