Snail-Eating Snails of Florida, Gastropoda

This document provides an overview of the snail-eating snails found in Florida, detailing three native and two introduced species. It highlights the identification, distribution, and habits of these predatory snails, including the well-known rosy wolfsnail (Euglandina rosea) and the decollate snail...

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Main Authors: Kurt Auffenberg, Lionel Stange
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2011-07-01
Series:EDIS
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Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/139305
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Summary:This document provides an overview of the snail-eating snails found in Florida, detailing three native and two introduced species. It highlights the identification, distribution, and habits of these predatory snails, including the well-known rosy wolfsnail (Euglandina rosea) and the decollate snail (Rumina decollata). The document also discusses the ecological impact and biological control potential of these species, emphasizing their role in managing other snail populations. Published: November, 2001. 
ISSN:2576-0009