Deep water can be a scary place. The snails in deep water may represent our fears of the unknown or they may simply be a reminder that there are creatures out there that we know nothing about. Whatever the case they are definitely creepy and should be avoided at all costs!
What is the average lifespan of a snail?
2 to 5 years
How much does the average snail weigh?
0.
5 oz
What do snails eat?
Algae plants fruits and vegetables
How many teeth does a snail have?
Between 12000 and 15000
What is the shell of a snail used for?
Protection from predators and the environment
What is the scientific name for a snail?
Gastropod
What is the ability of a snail to retract its body into its shell called?
Aestivation
What is the existence of mirror images of all body parts on the left and right side of an animal called?
Bilateral symmetry
What is the name for the thin layer of mucus that a snail secretes to help it move?
Mucus
What is the name for the snail’s foot?
Pedal disk
What is the name for the breathing hole in a snail’s shell?
Pneumostome
What is the name of the opening at the base of a snail’s shell through which it expels wastes?
anal pore
What is the term for a snail’s eggs?
Capsule
What is the name for the process of a snail’s larvae hatching from its egg?
Hatching
What is the name for the process of a snail’s adult form emerging from its larval stage?
Metamorphosis