Giant African Land / Elegant Agate Snail - one of many Achatina species which are invasive pests of agricultural crops and flower gardens - this species occurs in Zimbabwe and South Africa - Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South Africa

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Giant African Land / Elegant Agate Snail - one of many Achatina species which are invasive pests of agricultural crops and flower gardens - this species occurs in Zimbabwe and South Africa - Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South Africa

ASW-4878
Giant African Land / Elegant Agate Snail - one of many Achatina species which are invasive pests of agricultural crops and flower gardens - this species occurs in Zimbabwe and South Africa
Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South Africa
Achatina varicosa
Alan J. S. Weaving

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Snailzilla Strikes Again! ASW-4878, the not-so-elegant Agate Snail, takes center stage in this print by Alan Weaving. Hailing from Zimbabwe and South Africa, this giant African land snail may look harmless with its mesmerizing shell patterns, but don't be fooled! These invasive pests are a nightmare for agricultural crops and flower gardens. Known for their insatiable appetite and nocturnal habits, these herbivorous hermaphrodites wreak havoc under the cover of darkness. They're like tiny stealthy ninjas on a mission to devour everything in sight! But fear not, as Alan Weaving's lens captures the beauty even within these troublesome creatures. The intricate details of their shells serve as a reminder that nature has an uncanny ability to create wonders even in the most unlikely places. So next time you stumble upon one of these slimy invaders while strolling through Grahamstown or anywhere else in Eastern Cape - South Africa, take a moment to appreciate their resilience (from afar!). Just make sure your precious plants are well-guarded because ASW-4878 is always ready for another midnight feast! Remember: admire them through photography prints like this one; just don't invite them over for dinner!

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