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Dec 06 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Vanishing Hairy Snails of the Thames

The Thames River in London is home to a unique creature, the German hairy snail. This small snail has a hairy shell, which helps it live in wet areas. The hairs help the snail manage moisture, making its slime stickier. This allows it to hold onto plants and debris in its environment. However, the G

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