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Iowa Pleistocene Snail
Discus macclintocki
41.4517, -90.0376
Field Notes
Description:
Considered a living relic from the ice age, these snails were on the endangered list until 1978 due to climate change. 75% of the snail habitat was destroyed due to quarrying, logging, pesticides, etc. They are about 1/4". Found in parts of Iowa and Illinois.
Habitat:
Canal/deciduous habitat.
Notes:
Found on a old cottonwood tree. These snails were on the endangered list until 1978.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJune 7, 2014
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