Snail (Garden) in natural habitat
Least Concern

Snail (Garden)

Helix aspersa

About

The garden snail is a common terrestrial gastropod mollusk known for its spiral shell and slow movement. They are often considered pests in gardens but play important roles in ecosystems as decomposers.

Habitat

Gardens, forests, and urban areas worldwide

Diet

Herbivorous - plants, fruits, and vegetables

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Fun Facts

  • Snails have thousands of microscopic teeth arranged in rows on their tongues.
  • They can retract their entire body into their shell for protection.
  • Snails hibernate during winter by sealing themselves inside their shells with a mucus plug.

Conservation

StatusLeast Concern

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