Giant African Snail Found in Bratislava District, Owner Sought

Residents of Rača, a district in the Slovak capital Bratislava, are searching for the owner of a giant African snail that has turned up in the neighborhood. The large exotic creature, which is not native to Europe, was discovered by locals who are now appealing for anyone who recognizes the animal to come forward. Giant African snails are among the world's largest land snails and are sometimes kept as exotic pets, though they are considered an invasive species in many parts of the world.