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