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Giant African snails invade Florida, prompting eradication efforts

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Giant African snails, a species known as Achatina fulica, have invaded Florida, with significant infestations reported in Miami-Dade County. The United States Department of Agriculture, alongside state and federal agencies, is working to contain the outbreak. This invasive species poses a threat to agriculture and ecosystems, prompting eradication efforts. AI

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