In the lab, cosmetic researchers have identified at least five types of mucus cells in the garden snail alone, each producing a different biochemical composition. Among them, glycosaminoglycans are ...
Slide your way around Chedworth Roman Villa this May half-term for our much-loved annual Roman Snail Trail. Explore the ancient site and uncover all the fascinating facts about Helix Pomatia, the ...
A gland in the snail’s foot secretes a mucus that creates slime trails, which help the snail glide across and stick to surfaces. The mucus also lubricates the snail and contains a special ...