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The Bright Pink Invasive Clusters That Are Taking Over Gardens

Many people want to get bright pink color in their gardens. But if you see this cluster of the vivid hue, you need to take ...
NPR

In Florida, an invasive snail is helping save an endangered bird

MOORE HAVEN, Fla. — In Florida's Everglades, few species are more closely tied to the habitat's health than an endangered bird, the snail kite. The Everglade snail kite is a raptor, similar to a hawk, ...
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This Snail’s Eyes Grow Back: Could They Help Humans do the Same?

This snail could one day save eyes. The golden apple snail has camera-type eyes that are fundamentally similar to the human eye. Unlike humans, the snail can regenerate a missing or damaged eye. UC ...
Smithsonian Magazine

This Snail Can Regrow Its Eyes—and Understanding How May One Day Help Humans With Injuries

Golden apple snails and humans have similar eyes with related structures. Understanding how the snails can regrow them could help scientists heal human eyes. Alice Accorsi, UC Davis At first glance, ...