When you pick up a snail, the first thing that catches your eye is its small, coiled shell. At first glance, it appears to be merely a natural covering or a safe refuge. However, upon closer reflection, each shell is a veritable “time capsule,” preserving the tiny creature’s entire history – its growth, its interaction with the environment, and a marvel of natural engineering.

What does a snail’s shell tell us?

A story of growth: A snail is born with its shell! Initially, the shell is very thin and transparent. As the snail grows, new coils are added. The bands and texture on its surface reveal exactly how it developed at various stages of life – reflecting the quality of its nutrition and the prevailing climate conditions.

Natural armor: The shell is composed primarily of calcium. It protects the snail from sunlight, predators, and dry air. When external conditions are unfavorable, the snail retreats into its tiny “fortress” and waits out the weather in complete safety. A Diversity of Forms: In nature, hardly any two shells are exactly alike. Each possesses its own unique pattern, color, and spiral depth.

At the “Escargot” farm in Akhaltsikhe, we witness this natural marvel every day. For a snail to develop a strong, healthy, and beautiful shell, it requires an ecologically clean environment, proper nutrition, and mineral-rich soil. It is precisely this attention to detail that ensures the superior quality of the final product.

“Stories Hidden in the Shell” is about more than just biology; it is a story of patience, the beauty of nature, and the hard work involved in raising every healthy snail.

If you would like to see for yourself how these little miracles are created and learn more about their secrets, we look forward to welcoming you to the “Escargot” farm in Akhaltsikhe!