Ramshorn Snail - Leopard

Ramshorn Snail - Leopard

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Description

Leopard Ramshorn Snails are very attractive and are great tank cleaners. Their food sources include dead or decaying plant matter, algae, uneaten fish food and dead tank mates.They do not harm healthy aquarium plants. Ramshorn Snail food should also include calcium-rich supplements, which is important for healthy shell growth.
They are great community tank mates and are safe with all fish, shrimp, and plants.  These snails reproduce extremely quickly, making them a perfect live food starter colony for puffers and other snail-eaters. Juvenile snails grow to breeding size within 2 months.
Leopard Ramshorn Snails (Planorbarius corneus) are eye-catching invertebrates known for their distinctive, spiral-shaped shells with vibrant leopard-like patterns. Here are the characteristics and care guidelines for Leopard Ramshorn Snails:
Characteristics:

  • Leopard Ramshorn Snails possess shells in various shades of brown or red with dark leopard-like spots.
  • They play a vital role in the aquarium ecosystem by consuming detritus, algae, and leftover fish food.
  • These snails are peaceful and add a unique visual element to the aquascape.

Basic Guide for Growing Leopard Ramshorn Snails:

  • Water Parameters: Leopard Ramshorn Snails thrive in a temperature range of 68-82°F (20-28°C) and neutral pH levels.
  • Diet: They primarily feed on detritus, algae, and decaying plant matter. Supplement their diet with algae wafers or blanched vegetables.
  • Tank Compatibility: They can coexist with most fish and other invertebrates but should be monitored if housed with plants they may consume.

Do's:

  • Provide a well-maintained aquarium with a balanced ecosystem to ensure the snails' well-being.
  • Regularly monitor the population to prevent overpopulation.

Don'ts:

  • Avoid introducing Leopard Ramshorn Snails to aquariums with copper-based medications, as they are sensitive to copper.

Tank Parameters

  • Care level: Easy
  • Life span: 1–2 years
  • Tank: Freshwater; 5+ Liters
  • Feeding: Generally herbivorous; eats decaying plant matter
  • pH: 7.0-8.0
  • Temperature: 20-28C

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