Pomacea maculata
Pomacea maculata
(giant applesnail)
Mollusks-Gastropods
Exotic

Impact ID7382
Impact TypeHuman Health
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationLaboratory
Impact DescriptionPomacea maculata is a host for the parasite Angiostrongylus cantonensis, which can cause eosinophilic meningitis in humans if ingested raw or undercooked.
Reference42292
Great Lakes RegionNo
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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [11/23/2024].

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