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Big-eyed conch snails use vision to jump away from predators
These marine snails combine exceptional vision, protective shells, and acrobatic ... While most snails crawl, conch snails possess an exceptionally large foot that allows them to make sudden ...
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Protection Sought for Mexico’s Iconic Queen Conch
The large, marine snail is heavily in demand for its meat and iconic shell, which is used for décor and jewelry; overfishing and poaching have caused its decline in the Mexican Caribbean. “Under ...
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Big-eyed conch snails use vision to jump away from predators
These marine snails combine exceptional vision, protective shells, and acrobatic leaping to evade ... While most snails crawl, conch snails possess an exceptionally large foot that allows them to make ...