EPPO Global Database

Bradybaena similaris(BRABSI)

Distribution details in United States of America

Situation
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated 2011: Present, restricted distribution
Comments
First identified in New Orleans in 1939, now found in the Gulf Coast states from Florida to Texas. Troublesome mostly in southern Florida (as far north as Tampa). Also present in Hawaii.
References
* INTERNET
Capinera JL, White J (2011) Terrestrial snails affecting plants in Florida. Featured Creatures. University of Florida (US). http://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/misc/gastro/terrestrial_snails.htm

* From CPPC
------- Present, no details