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Post by snailnewb4 on Jun 1, 2020 21:17:40 GMT
( I hope it’s OK to ask this here, I could not find a post option under the habitat category).
I have what I think is a fairly comfortable habitat for my “garden snails” (helix aspersa), but they always seem to want to go to the top of the habitat. I’ve heard they may go up there for better air, and because of the smooth surface.
They had babies which put into a separate habitat, but now they are getting big, so I need to move them into a bigger habitat. I was debating between getting taller ones or something that is long and low. I’m using Kritter Keeper style homes, which seem to have a lot of holes at the top for air (but maybe it’s not enough?)
I originally thought a taller one would be better because I notice a lot of snails outside tend to go up to higher locations when they are resting/hibernating. But now I’m wondering for their day-to-day happiness, if a lower one is better if I add more smooth surface area on the bottom. I was speculating whether that would be better for the distribution of air.
Your thoughts?
If it makes any difference, I noticed that they do this especially after I clean the habitat… I’m guessing it’s because of the increased humidity? I use coconut substrate and terrarium moss and all of it is well hydrated when I add it fresh (And of course I spray-mist it in between cleanings).
Thanks!
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Post by pasi9 on Jun 1, 2020 21:52:08 GMT
My helix aspersa does the same thing, but I don't think it's due to airflow. I was under the impression it was due to their instinct to hide from predators on the underside of leaves/branches. It makes sense they'd feel more comfortable climbing up higher and hanging upside down.
However I'm still pretty new to snail-keeping so I can't really advise you either way. I chose a taller box for my aspersa and he seems to love it. If you're concerned about airflow, are you able to drill extra holes in the sides of the habitat?
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Post by snailnewb4 on Jun 2, 2020 0:14:50 GMT
My helix aspersa does the same thing, but I don't think it's due to airflow. I was under the impression it was due to their instinct to hide from predators on the underside of leaves/branches. It makes sense they'd feel more comfortable climbing up higher and hanging upside down. However I'm still pretty new to snail-keeping so I can't really advise you either way. I chose a taller box for my aspersa and he seems to love it. If you're concerned about airflow, are you able to drill extra holes in the sides of the habitat? Thank you so much for taking the time to reply, and for your advice! Yes, I will look at whether drilling is a possibility. Actually, what you said about them hiding under leaves makes a lot of sense! That helps to put my mind at ease.
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