The Malaysian Trumpet Snail is a burrowing species with a long, cone-shaped shell that spends much of its time in the substrate. It helps aerate sand and soil while feeding on detritus and biofilm. Extremely hardy and peaceful, it can reproduce in large numbers and grows to about 1–1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm).
| Fish Info | |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanoides tubercularia |
| Experience Level | Beginner Friendly |
| Tank Size Need | Small (Under 20 Gal) |
| Adult Size | 2.5cm |
| pH Range | 7.2 - 8.2 |
| Swimming Zone | Bottom Dweller |
| Temperament | Peaceful Community |
| Water Hardness | 8 - 20 dGH |
| Type of Diet | Omnivorous |
| Group Behavior | Solitary / Territorial |
| Temperature Range | Standard Tropical (72°F - 78°F) |
Malaysian Trumpet Snail (Melanoides tubercularia)
The Malaysian Trumpet Snail is a burrowing species with a long, cone-shaped shell that spends much of its time in the substrate. It helps aerate sand and soil while feeding on detritus and biofilm. Extremely hardy and peaceful, it can reproduce in large numbers and grows to about 1–1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm).
| Fish Info | |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanoides tubercularia |
| Experience Level | Beginner Friendly |
| Tank Size Need | Small (Under 20 Gal) |
| Adult Size | 2.5cm |
| pH Range | 7.2 - 8.2 |
| Swimming Zone | Bottom Dweller |
| Temperament | Peaceful Community |
| Water Hardness | 8 - 20 dGH |
| Type of Diet | Omnivorous |
| Group Behavior | Solitary / Territorial |
| Temperature Range | Standard Tropical (72°F - 78°F) |
- Availability: Out Of Stock