No, this foreign invader is a snail. But what a snail it is. The giant African land snail "can grow as big as a rat and gnaw through stucco and plaster," says Reuters' Barbara Liston. Since the ...

"As with all pets, it's really important that anyone thinking of taking on a giant snail is aware of what is involved in taking care of them before they bring one home." Giant African land snails ...

What is the Partula snail? Also known as the Polynesian tree snail or niho tree snail, the Partula snail (Partula nodosa) is actually one of several snail species of the genus—all of which are ...

The giant African land snail may look friendly, but the state of Florida has gone to great lengths to eradicate it — twice. Now, the slimy creatures are back again. Officials confirmed on June ...