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