{"product_id":"lissachatina-reticulata-albino-1215-cm","title":"Lissachatina reticulata – Albino, 12–15 cm","description":"\u003ch3\u003e🐌 About the Species\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLissachatina reticulata is a very tame and curious species. Its shell is not smooth, but has a corrugated texture – this is related to its rapid growth. It lays a lot of eggs, so you must be prepared to deal with that.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note: Adult Reticulata are very sensitive to changes. The terrarium should not be constantly redecorated, and no animals should be removed from or added to a group of adult animals – they often react by withdrawing, which can lead to the death of the group. With young animals, forming groups is not yet problematic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🐌 Where Does This Snail Come From?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis snail comes from our rescue center. It was surrendered to us – for example, because its owners moved, became ill, or could no longer care for it – and is now looking for a second home. We usually do not know the parents or the exact age; minor cosmetic flaws on the shell are possible (see photo).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🐌 Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperience:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced – some experience in snail keeping is advisable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity: 80–90 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 26–28 °C during the day, approx. 23 °C at night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTerrarium for a small group of adult animals: min. 120 × 40 × 50 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAdd lime to the soil to achieve 95 % calcium carbonate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOffspring: 150–500 eggs per week – check weekly for clutches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLife expectancy: 4–7 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAdult shell length: up to 18 cm, usually around 15 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGroup size: min. 3 animals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🐌 Our Care Recommendation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe surrender each snail individually. Nevertheless, snails should never be kept alone. They need companions of the same species to feel comfortable. Please do not keep different species together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduce new animals carefully to the group and make sure they are of a similar size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHealthy snails will mate. Therefore, plan in advance how you will deal with clutches so that no unwanted offspring are produced. This applies especially to non-native, invasive species such as Giant African land snails: Neither animals nor eggs may ever be released into the wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe are happy to help you with any questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🐌 Why a Protection Fee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike every dog, cat, and reptile from the animal shelter, we only rehome our snails for a protection fee. It is not a purchase price – our animals are not merchandise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIt protects the animals: Anyone who pays a protection fee has usually given careful thought to taking in an animal. This helps prevent impulsive acquisitions and prevents animals from being carelessly passed on, fed to others, or bred uncontrollably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIt covers part of the costs that every animal incurs with us: food, lime, substrate, heat, terrariums, and the time spent on care, advice, and rehoming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIt makes our work possible: Every euro goes to the association – to the rescue center and to the care of surrendered and confiscated animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fee depends on the species, size, and care requirements, and is always per animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🐌 Shipping \u0026amp; Cost Contribution\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur snails travel with a special private overnight animal transport service. As soon as your snail is on its way, we will send you an email – it will arrive the following day. Unfortunately, live tracking is not possible with this type of transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo keep the cost contribution for transport as low as possible, we arrange for the animals to be collected together. Please be patient, as this sometimes takes a little while. For the sake of the animals, we do not ship before weekends and holidays, and we prefer to wait a few days during periods of extreme heat or cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn cold temperatures, the animals travel in a Styrofoam box with a heat pack – this is included in the cost contribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen your snail arrives, please let it acclimate at room temperature for half to three-quarters of an hour first. Give it the time it needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cost contribution covers only the courier and animal-friendly packaging – we do not make any profit from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip for Association Members+:\u003c\/strong\u003e As an Association Member+, the snail call is free for you – a personal video consultation on species selection, setup, and care. An offer in cooperation with slimeside.de.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn cooperation with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/slimeside.de\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSlimeside\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e On slimeside.de you will find everything we consider good and proper for keeping snails – from soil and lime to the right terrarium. Our snails already live with these products and are accustomed to them – this makes the move to your home easier for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe photos show the species. Every animal is an individual and may differ in color, pattern, and minor cosmetic flaws.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schneckenhilfe e.V.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64984919998841,"sku":"SH-LISSACHATINA-RETICULATA-ALBINO-12-15-CM","price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1046\/6462\/9625\/files\/4841608653.png?v=1792778259","url":"https:\/\/www.schnecken-hilfe.de\/en\/products\/lissachatina-reticulata-albino-1215-cm","provider":"Schneckenhilfe e.V","version":"1.0","type":"link"}