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Snails Invertebrates for sale in Ashbourne, Derbyshire

11 Snails Invertebrates for sale in Ashbourne, Derbyshire

The Giant African Land Snail, also known simply as the African Snail, originates from East Africa and is renowned for its impressive size and adaptability. Physically, these snails boast a robust, conical shell that can grow up to 30cm, often marked with distinct bands of brown and cream. Their soft bodies are usually a pale beige, with a slow but steady movement typical of land snails. Temperament-wise, Giant African Snails are gentle and non-aggressive, making them popular as exotic pets. They are hermaphrodites requiring a partner for reproduction, which involves a fascinating mating process including the exchange of sperm. These snails thrive in warm, humid environments, necessitating careful habitat management, including adequate moisture and a diet rich in vegetables and calcium. Due to their rapid breeding rate and care needs, they are suitable for responsible pet owners who can commit to their upkeep. Keywords such as “giant african land snail for sale,” “african land snail for sale,” and “snails for sale UK” reflect their popularity in the UK market where enthusiasts seek these unique pets for their distinctive characteristics and manageable temperament.

Snails invertebrates Baby Giant African Land Snails - Advert 1
4
11 hours

Baby Giant African Land Snails

£2
Snails11 weeksMixed
I have baby Giant African Land Snails available, each around 1.5 cm in diameter. These snails have beautiful white flesh rather than the more common grey, giving them a particularly striking appearanc
DavidID verified
Barnsley, South Yorkshire(38.2mi)
Snails invertebrates L. Reticulata Giant African Land Snails - Advert 2
1
3 days

L. Reticulata Giant African Land Snails

£10
Snails5 weeksMixed
4 baby l. Reticulata GALS Eating well, growing nicely. 2-3cm shells Have been raised with calcium available at all times, fish food flakes for protein, crushed dried mealworm occasionally and fresh
Willow G.ID verified
Warrington, Warrington(44.3mi)
Snails invertebrates 3 Giant African Snails - Advert 3
3
1 week

3 Giant African Snails

£30
Snails7 monthsMixed
Looking for a good home for my 3 giant African snails. I have raised them since they were young and they are all well socialised and healthy. Looking for a new home for them as we have changing priori
Charlotte M.
Salford, Greater Manchester(39.7mi)
Snails invertebrates Baby African Land Snails - Advert 4
8
2 weeks

Baby African Land Snails

£5
Snails4 monthsMixed
Now 4 months old and ready for new homes. Excellent and easy pet however do grow big so please consider this.
Claudia - CAB
Telford, Telford and Wrekin(39.4mi)
Snails invertebrates Ovum giant african land snails - Advert 5
8
2 weeks

Ovum giant african land snails

£5
Snails4 monthsMixed
Collection only I have 15 ovum giant african land snails ready for new homes. Hatched mid July to mid August (2 batches of eggs ) and all doing well. Eating a mix of fruit and veg daily. Very acti
samantha c.
Birmingham, West Midlands(37.8mi)
Snails invertebrates Albino Jadatzi Giant African Land Snails - Advert 6
41
2 weeks

Albino Jadatzi Giant African Land Snails

£3
Snails13 weeksMixed
Born in August, their shells are now ranging from 1-2cm in length. Lots available. Have been eating cucumber, courgette, pumpkin, kale, calcium blocks.
Amy Snaily
Brierley Hill, West Midlands(40.6mi)
Snails invertebrates Giant African land snails - Advert 7
6
3 weeks

Giant African land snails

£5
Snails5 monthsMixed
7 Baby GALS roughly 2/3 months old for sale, I also have 1 at just over a year old for sale. Looking for their forever homes, All feeding on a mix of fresh fruit and veg. Make great pets for any age.
Steve
Normanton, West Yorkshire(48.7mi)
Snails invertebrates Giant African Land Snails  - Advert 8
1

Giant African Land Snails

£5
Snails7 weeksMixed
I have lots of normal and albino, all different sizes available. £5 each, I can post for the cost of p&p. I can do offers on multiples.
LEANNE W.
5.00
Doncaster, South Yorkshire(42.6mi)
Snails invertebrates Giant African Land Snails (Fulica) - Advert 9
5

Giant African Land Snails (Fulica)

£10
Snails8 monthsMixed
Albino African Land Snails (Beige coloured shells and striped coloured shells), specifically the Achatina Fulica species. 10 Pounds per snail. Free to collect These snails are 6 months old, captiv
GaintsnailloverID verified
Newcastle, Staffordshire(21.4mi)
Snails invertebrates Affrican land snail babies  - Advert 10
6
1 month

Affrican land snail babies

£5
Snails13 weeksMixed
We have alot of snail babies for sale that our snail gary laid while we was on holiday and they hatched and our neighbour was feeding them didnt now , so we need them gone ASAP we already have 2 snail
Char
Telford, Telford and Wrekin(39.4mi)
Snails invertebrates Giant African land snail hatchlings  - Advert 11
3
1 month

Giant African land snail hatchlings

£2
Snails7 weeksMixed
Giant African land snails make brilliant first time pets for young and old. They are a low maintenance pet with easy care routines. The hatchlings are currently the size of a 5p but will grow into
JOLENE L.ID verified
Nuneaton, Warwickshire(36mi)

FAQs

Is a snail an invertebrate?

Yes, a snail is an invertebrate as it lacks a backbone. It belongs to the class Gastropoda within the phylum Mollusca, which includes soft-bodied animals often protected by a shell.

What is the classification of a snail?

A snail is classified as a gastropod mollusk, characterised by a soft body usually enclosed within a coiled calcareous shell. It falls under the phylum Mollusca and class Gastropoda.

Can a snail live without its shell?

No, a snail cannot live without its shell as the shell provides essential protection from physical damage, dehydration, and predators. The snail's body is attached to the shell by muscles, and losing it compromises the snail's health and mobility, often leading to death.

Can snails feel physical pain?

Scientifically, it remains unclear if snails can feel pain as they do not have nervous systems like vertebrates. While they may experience discomfort or suffering, especially if muscles attached to the shell are injured, definitive evidence of pain perception in snails is lacking, so caution is advised in handling them.