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In the rainforests of Papua New Guinea, where arboreal tree kangaroos, vibrant birds-of-paradise and ornate birdwings hog the limelight with their charismatic presence, teeny-tiny, leaf litter-eating land snails don’t always stand a chance to vie for scientific attention. Although land snail shells hold an essential place in PNG’s culture — as jewelry and adornments in ceremonial […]
Nine recently discovered species of meat-eating land snails have been identified in the secluded forests of Papua New Guinea, known for its rich variety of species. A recent research paper details these tiny creatures, each so small that all nine could collectively rest on a U.S. nickel. These snail
The “large” creature was found in leaf litter in Papua New Guinea, researchers said.
The “large” creature was found in leaf litter in Papua New Guinea, researchers said.
Remote Papua New Guinea yields 9 tiny carnivorous snail species, fitting on a U.S. nickel, reveals a new study.