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Feeding trails from Common snails (Helix aspersa) grazing algae growing on black paint

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Feeding trails from Common snails (Helix aspersa) grazing algae growing on black paint

Feeding trails from Common snails (Helix aspersa) grazing algae growing on black paint. The rows of chitinous, recurved teeth (the cuticula, part of the radula) leave a distinctive zigzag pattern. Derbyshire, UK. April

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Snail Artistry - A Masterpiece in Zigzag Trails!

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. In this photo print, we witness the incredible artistic abilities of our tiny friends, the Common snails. As they graze on algae growing on black paint, their feeding trails create a mesmerizing zigzag pattern that resembles an abstract work of art. The rows of chitinous teeth from their radula leave behind these distinctive trails, showcasing the snails' impeccable craftsmanship. It's as if they have transformed a simple canvas into a gallery-worthy masterpiece right before our eyes! Taken in Derbyshire, UK during April, this snapshot captures nature's creativity at its finest. These molluscs prove that even the tiniest creatures can leave an indelible mark on their surroundings. With each twist and turn of their slimy bodies, these garden snails bring life to otherwise ordinary surfaces. Their tracks tell stories of exploration and discovery as they navigate through Western Europe's lush landscapes. So let us marvel at this extraordinary display of shape and form created by our gastropod friends! The intricate trail left behind by Helix aspersa serves as a reminder that beauty can be found in unexpected places - even within the world of tiny creatures like snails. Nature never ceases to amaze us with its wonders; it just takes someone like Alex Hyde to capture them for all to see!

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