Otala punctata
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Otala punctata is a species of air-breathing land snail, a terrestrial pulmonate gastropod mollusk in the family Helicidae.
Distribution
This species occurs in the Mediterranean basin - Andorra, Spain, the Balearic Islands, France, Corsica, Sardinia and Malta
This species is already established in the United States, and is considered to represent a potentially serious threat as a pest, an invasive species which could negatively affect agriculture, natural ecosystems, human health or commerce. Therefore, it has been suggested that this species be given top national quarantine significance in the USA.[1]
Culinary
In southern Spain they are prepared in a typical dish, "cabrillas", cooked in spicy tomato sauce.
References
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External links
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- Otala punctata on the UF / IFAS Featured Creatures Web site