Comparing Trace Element Bioaccumulation and Depuration in Snails and Mayfly Nymphs at a Coal Ash–Contaminated Site

Pouil, Simon; Jones, Nikki J.; Smith, J.; Mandal, Shovon; Griffiths, Natalie A.; Mathews, Teresa J.

doi:10.1002/etc.4857

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“…Land snails possess an esophagus, and the crop for temporary storage and digestion of ingesta, but freshwater snails have a gizzard, which is a strong muscular stomach that helps in the final digestion of ingesta (Fig. 3 ) (Ponder et al 2019a ; Pouil et al 2020 ). Herbivores possess an oral cavity that employs amylase to process food material and eliminate harmful pathogens, allowing both to pass along with ingesta (Escobar-Correas et al 2019 ; GHOSE 1961 ).…”

Section: Anatomical and Physiological Features Of Snailsmentioning

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One-health approach on the future application of snails: a focus on snail-transmitted parasitic diseases

Pathak,

Luitel,

Utaaker

et al. 2023

Parasitol Res

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Snails are fascinating molluscs with unique morphological and physiological adaptive features to cope with various environments. They have traditionally been utilized as food and feed sources in many regions of the world. The future exploitation of alternative nutrient sources, like snails, is likely to increase further. Snails, however, also serve as an intermediate host for several zoonotic parasites. A category of parasitic infections, known as snail-transmitted parasitic diseases (STPDs), is harmful to humans and animals and is mainly driven by various trematodes, cestodes, and nematodes. The environment plays a crucial role in transmitting these parasites, as suitable habitats and conditions can facilitate their growth and proliferation in snails. In light of diverse environmental settings and biologically categorized snail species, this review evaluates the dynamics of significant STPDs of zoological importance. Additionally, possible diagnostic approaches for the prevention of STPDs are highlighted. One-health measures must be considered when employing snails as an alternative food or feed source to ensure the safety of snail-based products and prevent any adverse effects on humans, animals, and the environment.

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Section: Anatomical and Physiological Features Of Snailsmentioning

confidence: 99%

One-health approach on the future application of snails: a focus on snail-transmitted parasitic diseases

Pathak,

Luitel,

Utaaker

et al. 2023

Parasitol Res

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“…High concentrations in some predators is not necessarily linked to trophic position and feeding habit, as retention capacity, assimilation, metabolization and exposure time may play an important role in bioaccumulation and biomagnification (Kirby et al, 2002;Maher et al, 2011). In general, the physiology, food preference and metabolic capacity of organisms are the fundamental factors that explain and help to understand the trophodynamics and biomagnification of As in aquatic food webs (Kato et al, 2020;Kirby et al, 2002;Pouil et al, 2020). However, some authors have indicated that As does not biomagnify in the same way as Hg.…”

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confidence: 99%