Ramshorn snails are a colorful addition to almost any aquarium, though most are introduced inadvertently. Their name comes from their planispiral shell, which resembles a coiled ram's horn. The term ramshorn snail in the aquarium trade actually encompasses two families of snails, and while most come from the Planorbidae family, there are also some from the Ampullariidae … [Read more...] about Ramshorn Snail – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Ramshorn Snails
Invertebrates
Assassin Snails – The Care, Feeding, and Breeding of Assassin Snails (Clea Helena)
Quick Stats Minimum Tank Size: 29 Gallons (110 Liters) Care Level: Moderately Difficult Water Conditions: PH 6.5-7.5 and Moderately Hard to Very Hard Temperature: 65-77 °F (18-25 °C) Maximum Size: 3 inches (7.5 cm) The assassin snail (Clea helena) is freshwater snail that is highly sought after in the aquarium trade for their ability to prey on pest snails. They … [Read more...] about Assassin Snails – The Care, Feeding, and Breeding of Assassin Snails (Clea Helena)
How to Control Aquarium Snails
It happens to everyone eventually. You're admiring your carefully maintained aquarium, when you notice something small on the glass. As you move closer to inspect it, you realize that it's the bane of aquarium owners everywhere – a snail. You have no idea how it managed to make its way into your pristine aquarium, but you know that if there’s one, there are probably dozens … [Read more...] about How to Control Aquarium Snails
Identifying Aquarium Snails
Whether you want them or not, the odds are at some point that snails are going to show up in your aquarium. And usually it won't just be one or two small snails. In most cases, they'll appear like an Old Testament, Biblical plague, and cover your aquarium in a blanket of plant munching gastropods. The good news is that not all snails are created equal. Several species of the … [Read more...] about Identifying Aquarium Snails
Mexican Dwarf Crayfish – How to Care for, Feed and Breed Dwarf Crayfish
Quick Stats Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons (45 Liters) Care Level: Moderately Hard Water Conditions: 6.5-8.0 pH and Moderately Hard to Very Hard Temperature: 68-77 °F (20-25 °C) Maximum Size: 2 inches (5 cm) The term Mexican dwarf crayfish is used to encompass several species (Cambarellus) of small, peaceful crayfish. This also includes the relatively new orange dwarf … [Read more...] about Mexican Dwarf Crayfish – How to Care for, Feed and Breed Dwarf Crayfish