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