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