Malaysian Trumpet Snail (Melanoides tuberculata)
Quick facts
Scientific nameMelanoides tuberculata
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Adult size1 in
Minimum tank size2
Water parametersTemp 68-82°F, pH 7.0-8.0, GH 6-18 dGH
Diet and feeding
omnivore
Keeper notes
Livebearing and parthenogenetic; breeds prolifically and can build large populations if overfed. A burrowing, mostly nocturnal snail that aerates and turns over the substrate, helping prevent anaerobic pockets in planted tanks. Population tracks food supply and it can multiply rapidly when overfed, but it is plant-safe and rarely a true nuisance. Needs calcium for shell health. Copper sensitive — avoid copper meds.
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