Glow-in-the-Dark Freshwater Snail-Limpet Latius neritoides Photo: Shaun Lee
Believed to be the world’s only bioluminescent freshwater organism, the glow-in-the-dark snail, Latius neritoides, is endemic to fast-flowing streams in the North Island.
The tiny, dull-looking snail spends its whole life underwater and secretes a glowing mucus when disturbed.
Latia neritoides limpet emiting bioluminescent slime Photo: © Angus McIntosh www.ecologylive.com
