{"product_id":"archachatina-marginata-suturalis-albino-m","title":"Albino Giant West African Snail | Archachatina marginata suturalis (M)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlbino Giant West African Snail | Archachatina marginata suturalis (M)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialist live invertebrate for keepers who can provide stable, species-appropriate conditions. The care information below is intended as a practical husbandry guide for the animal sold under this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e West Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e humid tropical forest floor and leaf litter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–16 cm shell length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenerally calm and slow-moving. Handle only with wet, clean hands and support the whole foot\/shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended enclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e A well-ventilated terrestrial enclosure; for adults allow at least 45 × 30 × 30 cm for a small group\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–28 °C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80–90%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–15 cm of moisture-retentive, calcium-safe soil\/coco mix kept damp but not waterlogged\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDécor \u0026amp; hides:\u003c\/strong\u003e cork bark, leaf litter, moss and shaded hides\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e A varied plant-based diet including leafy greens and vegetables, with occasional fruit. Provide a constant calcium source such as cuttlefish bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a very shallow water dish or mist the enclosure regularly; avoid deep water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecial Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemove spoiled food promptly. Avoid acidic, salty or seasoned foods. Eggs may be laid in deep substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCan be kept with its own species if sufficient space, food and calcium are provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlease note\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCare requirements can vary with age, size, sex and individual behaviour. Monitor the animal and enclosure closely and adjust husbandry where required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Animals Are Click and Collect Only\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note that we do not ship live animals. You can order online and collect in store.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Pet Factory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55170244968775,"sku":"1141727","price":16.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/archachatina-marginata-suturalis.jpg?v=1790510275","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/products\/archachatina-marginata-suturalis-albino-m","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}