Abstract:Terrestrial gastropods are an integral part of the ecosystem because of their role in organic matter decomposition and the soil calcium cycle. While most species have traditionally been considered generalized herbivores, the specific dietary preferences of most taxa remain virtually unknown because gastropods’ behavior is difficult to observe in the wild due to their nocturnal habits and small body size. In forested areas across North America, upwards of 30 species can sometimes coexist within the same microha… Show more
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