About the species

The snail-eating snail is a very effective natural solution for controlling unwanted snails in the aquarium. The species is carnivorous and actively preys on smaller snails, making it popular with aquarists looking to reduce or contain the population of unwelcome snails.

Despite its predatory behavior, it is peaceful towards fish, shrimp and most other aquarium inhabitants. When the availability of shells decreases, it can also eat frozen food, protein-rich dry food and other animal foods.

The snail-eating snail has a beautiful shell with characteristic yellow and dark brown stripes that make it a decorative feature in the aquarium. It thrives best in well-established aquariums with good water quality and a soft or sand-based bottom material where it likes to burrow between hunting trips.

For those who have problems with a growing snail population, this is one of the most effective and natural methods to restore balance in the aquarium.

Lining:Small shellfish, frozen feed, protein-rich dry feed and other animal foods
Difficulty level:Easy
Fits with:Shrimp, peaceful fish and other aquarium inhabitants

Scientific name:Clea helena
Property:Snail eating
Origin:Asia
Temperature:24–28°C
Size:About 2 cm