Japanese Trapdoor Snail (Cipangopaludina chinensis)
Quick facts
Scientific nameCipangopaludina chinensis
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Adult size2 in
Minimum tank size10
Water parametersTemp 60-82°F, pH 7.0-8.5, GH 8-18 dGH
Diet and feeding
omnivore
Keeper notes
Livebearer that releases a few fully-formed young at a time, so it does not overrun tanks. A hardy, cold-tolerant snail with an operculum 'trapdoor', popular for ponds and unheated tanks. A good algae and detritus grazer that is generally plant-safe and breeds slowly as a livebearer. Needs hard, alkaline water with calcium for shell health. Copper sensitive — avoid copper meds. Tolerates cool temperatures well.
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