Invasive snail species found in multiple bodies of water in Georgia

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources has identified the Chinese Mystery Snails as an invasive species in multiple bodies of water in Georgia. (Courtesy of The Georgia Department of Natural Resources)

An invasive species has entered multiple bodies of water in Georgia, including Lake Lanier. Chinese Mystery Snails were recently discovered by state wildlife officials when conducting routine lake sampling.

Jim Page with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources shares an urgent message for anglers, boaters and citizens about what to do if you spot the snail.