Georgia officials say these species can harbor a type of worm that can potentially cause illness in humans if eaten.

GEORGIA — The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division are encouraging anglers, boaters, and visitors to lakes across the state to help prevent the spread of invasive snail species. They say these species can harbor a type of worm that can potentially cause illness in humans if eaten.

Wildlife authorities are asking for anglers, boaters and lake visitors across Georgia to help prevent the spread of invasive snail species.

A type of infectious parasite has been spotted inside invasive snail species brought to Georgia, according to the Department of Natural Resources.