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Citizen Scientists Unite to Save London's Ancient Snail

11/26/2025

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Conservationists and citizen scientists lead a project to protect London's endangered German hairy snail, believed to have existed since the Ice Age.
Citizen Zoo and the Zoological Society of London conduct surveys along the River Thames to map the snail's fragmented habitats.
The team aims to understand distribution, implement conservation strategies, and raise awareness among partners and the public.

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Story summary

Conservationists and citizen scientists lead a project to protect London's endangered German hairy snail, believed to have existed since the Ice Age.
Citizen Zoo and the Zoological Society of London conduct surveys along the River Thames to map the snail's fragmented habitats.
The team aims to understand distribution, implement conservation strategies, and raise awareness among partners and the public.