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Invasive snails #868779

Asked May 16, 2024, 5:33 PM EDT

I have one snail in a terrarium. It was on a plant I purchased. It has produced offspring today. I researched and believe it is an Italian White snail, due to its small size and the fact that it produced the offspring alone. I learned through research that these snails are invasive. How do I humanely dispose of them?

Preble County Ohio

Expert Response

Among the most humane ways may be to have them simply experience early what they're likely to eventually experience in the wild.  Seal them in a container, freezer bag, etc. and place them in your freezer.  Their metabolism will slow until dispatched.

I hope this is useful to you.

Eugene
Eugene Braig Replied May 17, 2024, 6:24 PM EDT
Thank you very much.

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The Question Asker Replied May 18, 2024, 8:45 AM EDT
My pleasure.  Be well.

Eugene
Eugene Braig Replied May 21, 2024, 12:20 PM EDT

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