When you compare slug vs snail, there doesn’t appear to be many key differences, with the exception of the shell on the snails’ back. There are many more differences between these mollusks, though. Some of them might just surprise you. Let’s take a deep dive into the complicated world of gastropods. But don’t worry; I’m …
Turbo snails are a common gastropod in aquariums, because of their love for eating large amounts of nuisance algae on aquarium glass and rocks. They are particularly fond of hair algae and consume mass quantities of it. Ideal for reef aquarium beginners, ‘turbans’ have a low care level, but they do require specific conditions. Biology …
Barack Obama walks into a costume party carrying his wife on his back.The host looks at him and says, “This is a costume party. You have to have a costume to get in”.So Barack Obama replied, “I am in a snail costume. You see on my back? That’s Michelle” A snail meets a slug and …
There are snail facts that are known to everyone, like that, snails are slow and have shells. However, there are many other interesting facts. The list of facts below is organized to contain short information pieces. It is perfect for kids but will be very interesting for adults as well. There are over 40,000 different …
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Most snails are not poisonous. You can safely touch them, keep them as pets or enjoy them as escargot. An exception to that is the deadliest snail in the world, the cone snail. This small marine creature is one of the most venomous creatures in the world. Usually hunting fish and worms but also harm …
This week we are proud to share the story of Snail Garden Snail Farm. Brought to you from one of its co-founders: Akaki Paksadze. If you are interested in learning more about snail farming, click here. Where did you get the idea to start snail farming? About 3 years ago Georgia started snail farming, I …
This week we are proud to share the story of Ta’ Ġorġina Snail Farm. Brought to you from one of its co-founders: Martin Saliba. Where did you get the idea to start snail farming and when did you start? It was in 2018 when I was talking to a friend who pointed out the idea …
Keeping snails as pets has become trendy in recent years. The trend gained massive momentum with the recent pandemic and the quarantine that came with it. Snails are what you can consider easy pets. They don’t need a lot of caring and watching them slithering on their way is pleasing. It is probably much easier …
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Most people encounter snails in their garden, back yard or around their house. But the amazing truth is that snails live all over the world. They are found in each one of the five continents. There are even species that lives in the Antarctic Ocean. There are thousands of different species across the globe. They …
Today we meet snail farmers from Somerset Escargot. When Lyn and her husband Rob moved from the city to the beautiful English countryside, they decided they wanted to do something with the piece of land that came with their new home. They decided to breed snails and Somerset Escargot was born! Make sure you check …