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