Spike Tail Trumpet Snail (Melanoides granifera)
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Spike Tail Trumpet Snail
Spike Tail Trumpet Snail
Melanoides granifera
19 Litres (5 US G.)
1.3-2.5cm (0.5-1 ")
Freshwater
7.2 - 8.5
18 -26 °C (64.4-78.8°F)
8-12 °d
1:1 M:F
3-3 years
This animal is available captive bred
Contents
Alternative names
- Spike Tail Trumpet Snail
Sexing
- All individuals are hermaphroditic and livebearers, a single snail can turn into many.
Tank compatibility
- A peaceful snail, will not bother tank inhabitants. However, should not be kept with aggressive fish that may attack it such as Loaches or Pufferfish.
Diet
- A scavenging snail, will constantly hunt for food and can be supplemented with blanched vegetables and algae wafers.
Feeding regime
- Most active at dusk, or just after lights out.
Environment Specifics
- Likes to burrow so a sand substrate is preferred. Generally doesn't eat aquarium plants.
Behaviour
- Unknown
Identification
- Different from the more common Melanoides tuberculata in that it's shell is shorter and stockier, usually coloured a rich red-brown.
