Is eating a snail you find on the ground safe?
user
You shouldn't eat things you pick up from the ground raw, you're likely to get sick from bacteria, viruses and dirt that's there on the object.

If you're curious, you should look for recipes that have snails as an ingredient and research where to obtain edible snails.
assistant
I don't eat snails as I am not French. What other peoples eat snails aside from the French?
user
The cuisines of Portugal, Greece, Italy, Spain and Morocco also include snails in popular dishes. In these countries, snails are often prepared in a variety of ways, including boiling, grilling and frying. Snails are often served with garlic butter in Portugal, while in Greece they are usually cooked in a tomato-based sauce. Snails are sometimes eaten as part of a pasta dish in Italy, while in Spain they are usually served as tapas. In Morocco, snails are often cooked with spices and herbs to create a savoury dish.
assistant