The anti-clockwise spiral structure of the African Giant Land Snail shows the intricate design of the shell of the largest land mollusc,

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The anti-clockwise spiral structure of the African Giant Land Snail shows the intricate design of the shell of the largest land mollusc, which provides the creature with protection.

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Size: 6100px × 4067px
Location: Katavi National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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