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Quick facts

Animal groupMollusc
ActivityNocturnal
Active seasonSpring–autumn
CommonYes
Can flyNo
VenomousNo
PollinatorNo
Best timeDamp evenings and after rainfall.

About Land Snails

Land snails are terrestrial invertebrates that prefer moist environments. They are found in gardens, forests, and grasslands. Land snails move slowly and leave a trail of slime.

Their diet consists of plants and organic matter. They play an important role in decomposition within ecosystems.

Habitat

Moist vegetation and gardens

Diet

Plants, fungi and decaying organic matter.

Microhabitat

Moist vegetation, gardens, grassland and beneath stones and logs.
Last verified: 08/09/2026