Description
Characteristics:
- Pink Ramshorn Snails possess shells in various shades of pink, adding a unique and attractive element to the aquarium.
- They play a vital role in the aquarium ecosystem by consuming detritus, algae, and leftover fish food.
- These snails are peaceful and can coexist with most fish, shrimp, and plants.
Basic Guide for Growing Pink Ramshorn Snails:
Water Parameters:
- Temperature: Pink Ramshorn Snails thrive in a temperature range of 68-82°F (20-28°C).
- pH: They prefer neutral to slightly alkaline water with pH levels between 7.0 and 8.0.
Diet:
- They primarily feed on detritus, algae, and decaying plant matter.
- Supplement their diet with calcium-rich foods to ensure healthy shell growth, such as algae wafers or blanched vegetables.
Tank Compatibility:
- They are great community tank mates and are safe with all fish, shrimp, and plants.
- These snails reproduce quickly, making them a perfect live food starter colony for puffers and other snail-eaters.
- Juvenile snails grow to breeding size within 2 months.
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 Pink 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
Remember to monitor water parameters regularly and enjoy the vibrant beauty of Pink Ramshorn Snails in your aquarium!
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