robin Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 I have a snail, size of a cherry, I keep thinking it's dead, as it sits on the bottom on it's side for weeks. The one day, it is up cruising the tank. Then for another week or two, it seems dead, laying right on it's shell. Then, once again up and at 'em. Is this normal? Is he sick and struggling? What can I do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrogFan23 Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 I have a snail, size of a cherry, I keep thinking it's dead, as it sits on the bottom on it's side for weeks. The one day, it is up cruising the tank. Then for another week or two, it seems dead, laying right on it's shell. Then, once again up and at 'em. Is this normal? Is he sick and struggling? What can I do? Insufficient food, maybe? What are you feeding it? If its just algae, that is not enough for most large snail species. Try steamed kale, steamed collards or sliced zucchini as a feeding supplement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robin Posted August 7, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 Oh dear...I feel awful! I have never "fed" it!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrogFan23 Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 Kale or collards are both very good for snails ... they are both quite high in calcium. Good for their shells! Do not feed them spinach, as spinach contains an enzyme that blocks their ability to absorb calcium. You can find kale at most grocery stores. I've only found collards at Sobeys, so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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