Perspective – 19 January 2007

Achatina immaculata play an important role in African culture.

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Words and photo Jasper Raats

Melody Raats spent Christmas on a farm in Limpopo’s Marken area, where she saw this huge snail in the garden. Achatina immaculata play an important role in African culture. The snails are still eaten by some people, and their shells have been used for everything from snuff holders to drinking cups.