This exotic aquatic species has been introduced into Lake Hartwell and is the only known occurrence in the Savannah Basin. A study to map its distribution is underway and we need YOUR help! It is important to keep track of its location and rate of spread so if you have seen this snail, dead or alive, please contact with date and location of sighting:

Bellamya japonica (chinensis)

Aka: Chinese Mystery Snail

WANTED!DEAD OR ALIVE!

Learn more about this organism at:

http://www.cofc.edu/~fwgna/species/viviparidae/b_japonica.html

Dr. John Hains Email: jhains@clemson.edu“Snail” mail: Department of Biological Sciences, 132 Long Hall, Clemson University, Clemson, SC 29634-0314.