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I stepped on a snail. Is there a way I can help it recover? (lemmy.world)

submitted 20 hours ago by Seimhe@lemmy.world to c/conservation@slrpnk.net

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The shell is broken into several pieces, and I can see the snail's body through the cracks. There are signs of life, but it is not moving along the path anymore. I'm sure it's in shock now and I don't have confidence in its chances located there.

I've read this guide on caring for snails that have been stepped on, but I don't know if it's safe to move it now, if I have a container for it in my shared accommodation, or generally where to start.

I didn't even have a credit card to scoop him up and leave him somewhere safer. I had to keep going but I can return tomorrow and check if it's still there.

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[–] foxymochakitten@slrpnk.net 12 points 19 hours ago (3 children)

I'm afraid I don't know the answer to your question, but I really appreciate that you care, because I'd be doing the same thing if I stepped on a snail

[–] Seimhe@lemmy.world 11 points 19 hours ago (2 children)

I really appreciate that. I've been pretty upset about it and many people around here would laugh at my concern. Thank you friend.

[–] zergtoshi@lemmy.world 5 points 9 hours ago (1 children)

You shouldn't care about what people say who think a hurt mollusc isn't worth consideration and empathy, because they aren't ones with a reliable moral compass.
Feeling responsible for your actions and trying to help are good traits!

[–] Seimhe@lemmy.world 5 points 8 hours ago

True, and I appreciate you saying that. As that saying goes, "be the change you want to see in the world".