Snails?

[SouthernRogue]

I was given several aquatic snails and was wondering can my checkered garter snake eat these? I'm tryin to keep her diet diverse. Thanks!

[guidofatherof5]

Sorry for the slow reply to you thread.

One concern I would have would be possible parasites.
What are you feeding now?

[ssssnakeluvr]

nope, can't digest the shells

[SouthernRogue]

Guidofatherof5 I am feeding mollies and platies with the occassional worm as a treat.

[RedSidedSPR]

There's no reason to do snails, but they CAN eat them... just not the shell. I know people who do, but i don't know anything about it.

Some small snakes are able to work the snail out of the shell (fun to watch) but i don't know about garter snakes

[guidofatherof5]

Guidofatherof5 I am feeding mollies and platies with the occassional worm as a treat.

If it were me I'd reduce the amount of fish and increase the amount of worms. Worms could easily be a staple food item rather than a treat.
Sliding in some mice would really round out that diet.
Might also be a good idea to use a suppliment once every few weeks.
Just my opinion.
Here's what I use:
Rep-Cal Ultra-Fine Calcium with Vitamin D3 - 4.1oz.#

[katach]

I've seen "Can-o-Snails" They are de-shelled. I've not used them and I'm not sure how great they are, but I've seen them at petco.

[RedSidedSPR]

they would eat those... i don't know if it's a good idea, i just know they can.

[guidofatherof5]

I've seen "Can-o-Snails" They are de-shelled. I've not used them and I'm not sure how great they are, but I've seen them at petco.

Been there, done that. 95% of my snake wouldn't eat them.
The other 5% tried but didn't take seconds.

[RedSidedSPR]

huh... Richards snakes love snails.