How much do you really know about land snails? 8 questions — learn as you go!
📚 What you learned about land snails
What does a land snail glide along on?✅ A carpet of slimeA snail glides smoothly along on a carpet of slime it makes.
What does a snail need to keep its shell strong?✅ Calcium, like a cuttleboneSnails need a calcium source, such as a cuttlebone, for a strong shell.
What do pet land snails like to eat?✅ Fresh veggies and leafy greensLand snails munch fresh veggies and leafy greens.
What kind of home does a land snail need?✅ A humid tank with soft soilSnails need a humid tank with soft soil to burrow, plus daily misting.
Which kind of snail is illegal to own in the United States?✅ Giant African land snailGiant African land snails are banned in the US as an invasive pest.
How do many snails rest when it gets too dry?✅ They seal their shell with a chalky doorMany snails seal their shell with a chalky door and rest until things improve.
When are land snails most active?✅ At nightLand snails are mostly active at night.
How long can a pet land snail live?✅ About 3 to 7 yearsWith good care, land snails can live about 3 to 7 years.
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