The magical world of P. maculata, Fascinating critters that come with a snorkel, a gill and a lung, Amazing creatures that use bioaccumulation of neurotoxins found in cyanobacteria for protection, It even uses these toxins to protect it’s eggs from predation, The eggs of P. maculata are infused with indigestible polysaccharides and toxic proteins. Tiny pink balls of cotton candy colored death!!! Wicked Awesome… Right!?

Snails take Serotonin to Heart… Ever wonder why snails seem so mellow? The hormone that stimulates a snails heart is serotonin, the psychotropic chemical so beloved by anti-depressant manufacturers.

The specific name maculata is derived from the Latin word maculosus, meaning “spotted”

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