Why do snails leave a slime trail?

Answer 1

Snails leave a slime trail because of their limited movement. Snails are very small creatures, and coupled with the wait of their shell, they do not move very fast. Snails leave a trail of mucus, not slime (well i guess it counts as slime..:) in order to help them slip along faster. They use it to glide along on, and it helps them stick so they can hang upside down.

Answer 2

For protection, to keep their skin hydrated, and for movement

Answer 3

for motility

Yes, you are referring to the SLIME trail common to snails and slugs.

Answer 4

snails produce slime so they can move faster. It doesn't help much, but otherwise, it would take all day to move less than an inch

Answer 5

It helps snails move, so they can stick to the ground. If snails had no slime, they would topple over!

Answer 6

slugs have slime as a desence mecanisome