Snail Chirality: The Unwinding [PDF]
Most snails are coiled clockwise, but in some species rare genetic variants with reverse coiling occur. Now, a molecular determinant of coiling direction has been identified, the cytoskeletal regulator formin.
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Evaluation of active ingredients and nematodes against slugs and snails on organic lettuce [PDF]
Three years trials were carried out to evaluate the efficacy of some molluscicides for the control of slugs (Arion sp.) and snails (Cepaea nemoralis and Helix aspersa) on organic lettuce in Emilia-Romagna (Italy).
Censi, D, Curto, G, Gengotti, S
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Ecology of the non-native snail Sinotaia cf quadrata (Caenogastropoda: Viviparidae). A study in a lowland stream of South America with different water qualities [PDF]
Sinotaia quadrata is a snail native from Asia recorded for the first time in South America in 2009 in central Argentina. In 2015, this species was also found in a lowland stream with different water qualities. Our aims were to contribute to the knowledge
Altieri, Paula Daniela+5 more
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In the present study we calculated the correlations between the “alive” (green) weight and the biometric parameters of the shell according to the geographical area and the metabolic activity status.
ADELA MARCU+4 more
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Měkkýši přírodních památek V Krátkých a Lom Rasová v CHKO Bílé Karpaty [PDF]
The V Krátkých Nature Monument (NM) comprises of landscape mosaic of meadows, groves, spring fen and wetland while the Lom Rasová NM is a former sandstone quarry with open and forested areas.
Radovan Coufal
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Selección de presas por el caracolero (Rostrhamus sociabilis) en cuerpos de agua permanentes y temporarios del centro de Argentina. [PDF]
– En este estudio se analizó el patrón de selección de presas del caracolero (Rostrhamus sociabilis) sobre el caracol de agua dulce Pomacea canaliculata en la provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Kittlein, Marcelo Javier+1 more
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Subtle but significant effects of CO
Our understanding of the effects of ocean acidification on whole organism function is growing, but most current information is for adult stages of development.
Bersey, J+4 more
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Extraction and Characterization of Chitosan from Snail Shells (Achatina fulica) [PDF]
Background: Chitosan due to biodegradable and non-toxic characteristics has versatile applications. Extraction and characterization of Chitosan from Snail Shells In January, 2023 Achatina fulica was performed.
S. Tertsegha+4 more
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Biologically active substances from water invertebrates: a review
Some species of invertebrates especially bryozoans (Bryozoa syn. Ectoprocta) and marine sponges (Porifera) are very important sources of pharmacologically exploitable compounds.
J. Sinko+3 more
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Aquarium dermatitis: Cercarial dermatitis in an aquarist [PDF]
A 33-year-old man presented with very itchy red papules on the back of his hands and forearms. These papules appeared about 90 min after he had cleaned his aquarium in which he kept native fish and watersnails.
Bastert, J.+3 more
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