How to Raise Snails
  • 1. What is the ideal temperature range for raising garden snails?
A) 5-10°C (41-50°F)
B) 30-35°C (86-95°F)
C) 16-24°C (60-75°F)
D) 0-5°C (32-41°F)
  • 2. What is the best type of enclosure for raising snails indoors?
A) Open-top box
B) Plastic container with ventilation
C) Metal cage
D) Glass bowl with no lid
  • 3. What is a primary food source for garden snails?
A) Gravel
B) Leafy greens
C) Dry pasta
D) Sand
  • 4. Why is calcium important for snails?
A) Digestion
B) Leg strength
C) Shell growth
D) Eye development
  • 5. How often should a snail enclosure be cleaned?
A) Once a month
B) Regularly, as needed
C) Never
D) Once a year
  • 6. What humidity level is optimal for snails?
A) No humidity
B) Extremely low humidity
C) Low humidity
D) High humidity
  • 7. How can you provide calcium to snails?
A) Cuttlebone
B) Plastic toys
C) Wood chips
D) Rocks
  • 8. What is a common pest that can affect snail farms?
A) Ladybugs
B) Mites
C) Bees
D) Butterflies
  • 9. How do snails reproduce?
A) Like fish
B) Hermaphroditic mating
C) Asexually
D) By laying eggs like chickens
  • 10. What type of soil is best for a snail enclosure?
A) Clay
B) Sand
C) Gravel
D) Sterile potting soil
  • 11. What can you do to prevent overcrowding in a snail enclosure?
A) Remove excess snails
B) Decrease the temperature
C) Add more decorations
D) Stop feeding them
  • 12. At what age do snails typically reach maturity?
A) Immediately after hatching
B) One week
C) Several months
D) One year
  • 13. What is a sign of a healthy snail?
A) Cracked shell
B) Lethargic and inactive
C) Visible parasites
D) Active and eating
  • 14. What should you avoid feeding snails?
A) Cucumbers
B) Mushrooms
C) Citrus fruits
D) Lettuce
  • 15. How should you handle snails?
A) Roughly
B) With bare hands only
C) Using tweezers
D) Gently and carefully
  • 16. What is the term for raising snails for consumption?
A) Viticulture
B) Heliciculture
C) Agriculture
D) Aquaculture
  • 17. Where do snails typically lay their eggs?
A) On leaves
B) In the soil
C) On the walls of the enclosure
D) In water
  • 18. What impact does pesticide use have on snails?
A) It can be fatal
B) It helps them grow faster
C) It has no effect
D) It makes them stronger
  • 19. What is the approximate lifespan of a garden snail in captivity?
A) 1-2 years
B) 6 months
C) 10 years
D) 1 week
  • 20. What can you use to help maintain humidity in the enclosure?
A) Spray bottle
B) Oven
C) Vacuum cleaner
D) Hair dryer
  • 21. What is the best time of day to feed snails?
A) Morning
B) Midday
C) Any time
D) Evening
  • 22. What is a good substrate to provide for burrowing?
A) Asphalt
B) Metal shavings
C) Coco coir
D) Concrete
  • 23. What should you do if you find mold in the enclosure?
A) Cover it with more soil
B) Leave it, it's part of nature
C) Spray it with bleach
D) Remove it immediately
  • 24. How do snails help the ecosystem?
A) Provide oxygen
B) Control insect populations
C) Pollinate flowers
D) Decompose organic matter
  • 25. What is a common sign of calcium deficiency in snails?
A) Brightly colored shell
B) Increased appetite
C) Excessive activity
D) Thin or brittle shell
  • 26. What is a good way to encourage snails to lay eggs?
A) Keep the enclosure dry and bright
B) Expose them to loud noises
C) Feed them only dry food
D) Provide a damp, sheltered area
  • 27. How often should you mist the snail enclosure?
A) Once a week
B) Never
C) Daily, or as needed to maintain humidity
D) Once a month
  • 28. What is a natural predator of snails?
A) Birds
B) Rabbits
C) Deer
D) Cows
  • 29. What is the ideal pH level of the soil in a snail enclosure?
A) Extremely acidic
B) Acidic
C) Basic
D) Neutral
  • 30. What kind of lighting do snails need?
A) Infrared lighting
B) Direct sunlight
C) Indirect light or darkness
D) UVB lighting
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