When do snails die?
As you know, I really dislike snails. They’re horrible, gross creatures. "Cute" would never be an adjective I would use to describe them.
Which is why I never eat gong gongs, chut chuts, la las and whatever other Hokkien sound-describing word.
Despite disliking them so much, I’ve been really kind to them over the years, especially those who stupidly plant themselves in the middle of pavements. I often kick them to the sides so that they won’t find themselves stuck under someone’s footwear.
Unfortunately today when I was walking home, I heard a sickening crack and felt the impact of it under my right shoe. My fast reaction surprised me cos I didn’t even land my whole foot down. I jumped the minute I heard the crack and didn’t look back at the mess I created. But if it’s any consolation to you escargot lovers out there, I only stepped on the shell. I didn’t feel a squish. So I guess I’ve just created a homeless slug.
Gross.
Edited 25 Oct 07: I’ve learnt that they start to die soon as their shells are cracked. And since I heard it from two separate sources, it should be true. Apparently it is a slow and painful death for them. Funny how I can feel sorry for them despite hating them so much
