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Mystery Snail

Pomacea bridgesii

Mystery Snail (Pomacea bridgesii) is a community species for a cycled 5+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 2 inches as an adult, 70-78°F water, pH 6.8-8, and beginner-friendly care. Match tankmates by water range, adult size, activity level, and feeding needs.

Community leaningBeginner-friendly care
Mystery Snail, a community leaning 2 inch aquarium species for 5+ gallon tanks
5 galMinimum tank
2 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
70-78°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
6.8-8
GH
6-18 dGH
KH
3-12 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Peaceful
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
0/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore/biofilm
Diet difficulty
1/5
Care difficulty
2/5

Planning Notes

Invertebrate; avoid copper exposure and aggressive or predatory tankmates.

invertebratebiofilm grazermature tank required

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