Species Profile
Ramshorn Snail
Planorbella duryi
Snailspeaceful
Adult size
1″
Minimum tank
5 gal
Temperature
65–82°F
pH
7–8
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
All levels
Diet
Algae, biofilm, decomposing plants, fish food
Notes
Flat spiral shell. Reproduces prolifically — loved as cleanup crew, hated as pest. Loaches and puffers will keep numbers in check (often, completely).
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