Gary the Snail - Iconic Pet from SpongeBob SquarePants #1549552 (License: Personal Use)

Gary the Snail is the intelligent, expressive pet of SpongeBob SquarePants, known for his distinctive pink shell adorned with blue polka dots and a bold red spiral pattern. His large, lime-green eyes on long stalks convey emotion without speech, making him a fan-favorite despite being a non-verbal character. Created by Stephen Hillenburg, Gary first appeared in the pilot episode in 1999 and has since become an iconic symbol of the series.

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