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Post by maximumprime on Feb 26, 2021 4:09:39 GMT
Hello there,
I've got 4 Adult Cornu Aspersum snails, all four have mated. It's been a while now, nearly two weeks. I haven't found any eggs yet, despite me checking almost every day. I've dug up as much information as I could. According to a few articles and friends, Cornu Aspersum breeds like rabbits. Some people find eggs every week. According to google, (I don't know if I can fully trust google) they lay eggs within 2 weeks after mating.
I made sure to do everything right. I give them a varied diet, making sure to include fruits, veggies and protein. Cuttlebone is readily available in their enclosure, and they seem to be happy. I often see them zooming around, monching on the food that's been given to them. I mist regularly, there's enough hiding space and climbing space. I make sure to clean regularly as well.
I might just be paranoid, but I am worried that I might be doing something wrong. I want to keep the eggs, I have the necessary preparations for them. Hence why I'm worrying about this.
Please do leave suggestions or anything you think could be helpful. If I am doing something wrong, please tell me. I'm quite worried. Thank you in advance.
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Post by snaileyhammy on Feb 26, 2021 22:58:47 GMT
It sounds like your giving them enough protein, it could be temperate or humidity. You can get a thermometer in your tank if you don’t already have one. It could also be that you are picking your snails up too much. It is best not to disturb your snail because they could be ready to lay eggs. (Mostly don’t disturb them when they are in the substrate) I hope this helps!
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Post by morningcoffee on Feb 27, 2021 18:35:47 GMT
Most likely it wasn't a "successful" mating as it's not egg-laying season yet. Snails usually don't lay eggs in the winter as they wouldn't survive in the wild.
How deep is the substrate in your tank?
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Post by maximumprime on Feb 27, 2021 23:23:44 GMT
It sounds like your giving them enough protein, it could be temperate or humidity. You can get a thermometer in your tank if you don’t already have one. It could also be that you are picking your snails up too much. It is best not to disturb your snail because they could be ready to lay eggs. (Mostly don’t disturb them when they are in the substrate) I hope this helps! Thank you! |
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Post by maximumprime on Feb 27, 2021 23:25:15 GMT
Most likely it wasn't a "successful" mating as it's not egg-laying season yet. Snails usually don't lay eggs in the winter as they wouldn't survive in the wild. How deep is the substrate in your tank? Are they still aware that it's winter even if they're inside? The substrate is quite deep, I'd say 5+ inches? |
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Post by snaileyhammy on Feb 28, 2021 14:35:05 GMT
No problem! Also, I do not think snails know wen it is winter when they live indoors. Hibernating is kind of there instinct but also it’s because they are cold blooded and rely on their surroundings. So, if your tank is warm it doesn’t matter about timing your snail will most likely lay eggs past mating season. I hope this helps!
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Post by morningcoffee on Feb 28, 2021 15:45:39 GMT
Most likely it wasn't a "successful" mating as it's not egg-laying season yet. Snails usually don't lay eggs in the winter as they wouldn't survive in the wild. How deep is the substrate in your tank? Are they still aware that it's winter even if they're inside? The substrate is quite deep, I'd say 5+ inches? Substrate sounds fine. Yes they are "aware" that it's winter indoors, they still experience seasonal changes like shorter day lengths etc. It's exactly the same as if you have houseplants inside, they won't flower all year long even if the temperature indoors stays warm - living things have seasonal rhythms and patterns and are affected by more things than just temperature. Don't worry too much about it for now, if they're still not laying eggs in a few months time once spring is well underway it may be worth revisiting, but for now it should be nothing to be concerned about. Also you say you clean the tank and mist regularly - make sure you are not keeping the tank too damp as most land snails don't like soggy conditions, if you pick up a handful of substrate and squeeze, no more than a drop or two of water should come out. Tanks should also not be kept too clean as this can cause snails to stop eating and die - you should only change the substrate rarely and always mix in some of the old substrate (unless there's a problem like mites) to keep the natural soil bacteria going. |
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Post by snaileyhammy on Mar 1, 2021 15:34:47 GMT
I don't agree with this because I seeing snails lay eggs with tons of people, duding the winter. They need it to be the right condition to lay eggs so why would the weather outside and how long days are interact with what's going on in their terrarium? I keep my tank at high humidity, and a day night cycle in my room. My snails have laid eggs this winter and the eggs have hatched.
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Post by maximumprime on Mar 2, 2021 14:47:15 GMT
Are they still aware that it's winter even if they're inside? The substrate is quite deep, I'd say 5+ inches? Substrate sounds fine. Yes they are "aware" that it's winter indoors, they still experience seasonal changes like shorter day lengths etc. It's exactly the same as if you have houseplants inside, they won't flower all year long even if the temperature indoors stays warm - living things have seasonal rhythms and patterns and are affected by more things than just temperature. Don't worry too much about it for now, if they're still not laying eggs in a few months time once spring is well underway it may be worth revisiting, but for now it should be nothing to be concerned about. Also you say you clean the tank and mist regularly - make sure you are not keeping the tank too damp as most land snails don't like soggy conditions, if you pick up a handful of substrate and squeeze, no more than a drop or two of water should come out. Tanks should also not be kept too clean as this can cause snails to stop eating and die - you should only change the substrate rarely and always mix in some of the old substrate (unless there's a problem like mites) to keep the natural soil bacteria going. Will do! Thank you for all the help. :] |
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Post by maximumprime on Mar 2, 2021 23:18:52 GMT
A new development; they have not laid eggs, but they have mated again. I have four adult cornu snails as I've mentioned, and all of them have mated again. What does that mean? The first pair had mated a few days ago, still no eggs.
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Post by snaileyhammy on Mar 3, 2021 0:04:04 GMT
Are you touching them a lot?
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Post by maximumprime on Mar 3, 2021 9:23:24 GMT
Are you touching them a lot? No, I leave them be most of the time. |
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Post by morningcoffee on Mar 3, 2021 11:46:04 GMT
A new development; they have not laid eggs, but they have mated again. I have four adult cornu snails as I've mentioned, and all of them have mated again. What does that mean? The first pair had mated a few days ago, still no eggs. Not every mating is "successful" and results in eggs. It's not uncommon for them to mate and not produce eggs, especially at this time of year. Be patient, if they're mating regularly then you're likely to have eggs before long  |
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Post by maximumprime on Mar 3, 2021 14:11:43 GMT
Thank you! I'm just worried that I'm doing something wrong ._. I appreciate all the help. Much love. :] |
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Post by snaileyhammy on Mar 7, 2021 1:24:30 GMT
Are your snails both righties? (Or “right-handed/dextral”) I assume so, it’s very rare to have a lefty.
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Post by maximumprime on Mar 8, 2021 13:19:54 GMT
They're all righties.
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Post by snaileyhammy on Mar 8, 2021 20:29:31 GMT
Ok.
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