The Thai Snail Museum

The Thai Snail Museum is the first and only museum in Thailand dedicated to collecting and exhibiting terrestrial snails found in the country. Many of these species are of significant biological and ecological interest.

Opened on December 13, 2003, the museum commemorates the 80th anniversary of biology teaching and research at Chulalongkorn University. Exhibits include species that require magnifying glasses for observation, such as the tiny trumpet-billed snail, as well as species with royal names, like the “Emerald Snail,” which are at risk of extinction. This unique focus allows visitors to gain a deeper understanding of the diversity and wonder of snails in Thai nature.

The Thai Snail Museum serves as an accessible learning resource on biology and biodiversity for the general public, students, and researchers. It offers a variety of activities and services, including:

• Exhibitions featuring specimens of land snails found in Thailand.
• Academic information about the biology, ecosystems, and roles of snails in nature.
• Opportunities to view small-scale specimens through visual aids, such as tiny shells that require magnifying glasses for study.
• Functioning as a supplementary learning resource in natural history for youth, students, and the general public.

• Monday to Friday, 9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
• Closed on public holidays.
• Free admission. No advance reservation required.

Notes
For group visits, please contact the museum in advance.