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Are snails halal?

Quick answer Scholars differ

Snails are debated in the Maliki school and haram in the Hanafi, Shafi'i, Hanbali and Ja'fari schools.

Also asked as: “Can Muslims eat snails?” · “Are snails haram?” · “Are snails halal in the Hanafi school?”

Ruling by school of thought

School of thoughtRuling
HanafiHaram
Shafi'iHaram
MalikiScholars differ
HanbaliHaram
Ja'fari (Shia)Haram

Land snails are not eaten according to the majority. Some Maliki scholars permit them.

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