How to Care for Snails - Quiz
  • 1. What is the ideal humidity level for most snail species?
A) 90-100%
B) 50-60%
C) 30-40%
D) 70-90%
  • 2. What is a good substrate for a snail enclosure?
A) Coco coir
B) Clay
C) Gravel
D) Sand
  • 3. What should snails primarily eat?
A) Fruit only
B) Seeds
C) Leafy greens and vegetables
D) Meat
  • 4. Why should you avoid citrus fruits for snails?
A) They are acidic
B) They are too hard to eat
C) Snails love citrus
D) They contain toxins
  • 5. What essential mineral do snails need for shell growth?
A) Potassium
B) Sodium
C) Calcium
D) Iron
  • 6. How can you provide calcium to snails?
A) Cuttlebone
B) Cooking oil
C) Sugar cubes
D) Table salt
  • 7. How often should you clean a snail enclosure?
A) Weekly
B) Daily
C) Never
D) Monthly
  • 8. What is the ideal temperature range for most snails?
A) 80-90°F (27-32°C)
B) 40-50°F (4-10°C)
C) Below freezing
D) 65-75°F (18-24°C)
  • 9. Why is it important to mist the snail enclosure?
A) To add calcium
B) To feed the snails
C) To maintain humidity
D) To disinfect the enclosure
  • 10. What should you NOT use to clean a snail enclosure?
A) Warm water
B) Vinegar solution (diluted)
C) Harsh chemicals
D) Paper towels
  • 11. What is the quarantine period for a new snail before introducing it to an existing colony?
A) 1 week
B) Immediately
C) 30 days
D) 1 day
  • 12. Why quarantine new snails?
A) To make them easier to handle
B) To see if they will mate
C) To prevent the spread of parasites or diseases
D) To allow them to adjust to a new environment
  • 13. What is a common sign of a healthy snail?
A) A cracked shell
B) Constantly hiding
C) Active movement
D) Staying completely still
  • 14. What can you do if a snail's shell is damaged?
A) Provide calcium and keep the area clean
B) Glue the shell back together with super glue
C) Nothing, it will heal on its own
D) Remove the damaged part of the shell
  • 15. What should you do if you find mites in your snail enclosure?
A) Remove the snails and freeze them
B) Replace the substrate and clean the enclosure
C) Spray the enclosure with insecticide
D) Ignore them, they are harmless
  • 16. How can you help snails avoid drying out?
A) Put them in direct sunlight
B) Don't mist the enclosure
C) Provide a water dish
D) Blow a fan on them
  • 17. What is the scientific term for a snail's foot?
A) Cephalopod
B) Gastropod
C) Arthropod
D) Pedipod
  • 18. What does it mean when a snail retreats into its shell and forms a hard operculum (if applicable to that species)?
A) It is trying to conserve moisture or protect itself
B) It is shedding its shell
C) It is molting
D) It is hibernating
  • 19. Can snails hear?
A) Only certain types of sounds
B) Yes, very well
C) No
D) They hear through their antennae
  • 20. What is a good source of protein for snails?
A) Carrots
B) Spinach
C) Mushrooms
D) Dried gammarus
  • 21. What is the meaning of 'aestivation' in snails?
A) The shedding of a shell
B) Dormancy during hot, dry periods
C) The process of laying eggs
D) The process of eating
  • 22. Are snails hermaphrodites?
A) No snails are
B) All snails are
C) Many species are
D) Only aquatic snails are
  • 23. What should you do with unfertilized snail eggs?
A) Feed them to the snails
B) Leave them in the enclosure
C) Sell them
D) Freeze them to prevent hatching
  • 24. What is a common sign of overfeeding in snails?
A) Increased activity
B) Larger shell growth
C) Food rotting quickly in the enclosure
D) They start singing
  • 25. How can you determine the species of a snail?
A) By the color of their foot
B) By shell shape and size
C) By their favorite food
D) By their intelligence
  • 26. What type of lighting do snails need?
A) Direct sunlight
B) No lighting at all
C) Indirect natural light
D) UVB lighting
  • 27. What is the average lifespan of a garden snail in captivity?
A) 10-15 years
B) 1-2 years
C) 1 week
D) 50 years
  • 28. What type of water should be used to mist snails?
A) Distilled water
B) Salt water
C) Tap water
D) Dechlorinated water
  • 29. What is a major concern when keeping different species of snails together?
A) They will become best friends
B) Disease transmission
C) They will share food
D) One species will evolve
  • 30. Why should you wash your hands before and after handling snails?
A) To make snails slippery and easier to handle
B) To prevent the spread of bacteria
C) To keep your hands warm
D) Snails are allergic to human touch
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