Some aquarists fear snails. I keep them on purpose. This section covers freshwater species. No fluff – just care guides, calcium needs, breeding control, and how to avoid a population explosion.
Chopstick snails (Stenomelania torulosa) are one of the most beautiful and gorgeous freshwater snails in the aquarium hobby. Chopstick snails are very hardy and easy to care for. Therefore, these snails can be recommended even for beginners. They also do not breed in freshwater, so
Besides the usual community fish species, shrimp, snails, and crayfish kept in the home aquaria, are you aware that aquatic animals such as Freshwater clams and mussels are equally good and interesting additions to well-established freshwater tanks? Well, Freshwater clams are not that popular in
Even though Theodoxus snails (also known as River Nerites or Ladybug snails) are pretty common in Europe, they are one of the rarest snail species you can find on the U.S. pet trade market. This is, in my opinion, a huge loss for this hobby. Although Theodoxus
Horned Nerite Snails are pretty popular aquarium snails, sold because they look attractive and eat algae in freshwater tanks, but do not multiply under aquarium conditions. These snails can withstand varied ranges of salinity, from freshwater to brackish water. They are easy to care for and also
The global aquarium industry is growing every year and the demand for some kind of unusual and interesting snail species is increasing as well. Therefore, today I would like to tell you about a snail with an original appearance – Hairy snail (Thiara cancellata). Hairy
White Wizard Snail also known as Filopaludina martensi is a relatively new species of freshwater snails in the aquarium hobby. Even though they are still not that common, these snails have all chances to become one of the favorites. So, what is so special about
Most freshwater snail eggs look like clear, jelly-like blobs attached to plants or glass. Bladder and pond snails lay these translucent clusters, which hatch in 1 to 2 weeks. Ramshorn snails lay flat, clear jelly pads that hatch in 2 to 3 weeks. Mystery snails