**Species Overview**: The garden snail (_Cornu aspersum_) is the most popular species for pet snails in the U.S., with a lifespan of 2 to 3 years and a shell size up to 1.625 inches. **Basic Care**: ...

Pet snails require minimal space and maintenance, making them ideal for those seeking a low-maintenance pet. Snails are mostly active during nighttime and require specific environmental conditions, ...

This story was edited for radio by Martha Ann Overland. Copyright 2025 NPR For those who can't adopt a furry friend for a pet — perhaps due to space, allergies or ...

You know, we could all use a good companion these days. A dog - but they shed. A cat - but they scratch. How about a snail? (SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDING) UNIDENTIFIED PERSON: Snails are so hot ...

For those who can't adopt a furry friend for a pet — perhaps due to space, allergies or schedules — might we recommend an alternative: Snails.... In Defense Of The Pet Snail This story was edited for ...

Something slow and slimy has taken over social media...the snail of course! These mollusc companions have become the perfect lockdown pet and the snail hashtag has more than 300 MILLION views on ...

During lockdown snails have become a very popular pet. These mollusc companions have become the perfect lockdown pet and the snail hashtag has more than 300 MILLION views on TikTok! Wow! We caught up ...

Hilary Reid is an inveterate eBay shopper and museumgoer who loves tracing the origin of trends — from flight-attendant jumpsuits to the resurgence of marzipan — and collecting NYC merch. Over the ...