Assassin Snail

The Assassin Snail is a striking, striped hunter perfect for naturally controlling pest snail populations. Hardy, active, and a must-have for any aquarium.

Assassin Snails are attractive, predatory freshwater snails known for their distinctive yellow and dark brown spiral banding. Highly effective at controlling pest snail populations, they are hardy, fascinating to watch, and perfect for both beginner and experienced hobbyists looking for a natural solution to unwanted snails.

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🐟 Assassin Snail Care Tips

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✅ Tank Requirements

• Tank Size: 20 litres for a small colony…
• Group Size: 3 or more for natural behaviour…
• Substrate: Fine sand or soft gravel is preferred as they enjoy burrowing.
• Filtration: Standard filtration is sufficient; ensure intake is guarded if keeping small shrimp.

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🌡️ Water Parameters

• Temperature: 20–28°C (68–82°F)
• pH: 6.5–8.0
• Hardness: 8–15 dGH
• TDS: 150–300 ppm

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🍽️ Diet

• Carnivorous: Primarily feeds on pest snails like bladder, ramshorn, and trumpet snails.
• Supplement with high-protein sinking pellets or frozen bloodworms if pest snail numbers are low to ensure they stay healthy.

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🧼 Tank Maintenance

• Perform weekly water changes (10–15%) using dechlorinated, temperature-matched water.
• Maintain stable water conditions to encourage the growth of beneficial bacteria and ensure the snail’s shell remains strong.

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🤝 Tank Mates

• Generally peaceful; best kept with community fish, shrimp, and larger snails (like Nerites).
• Avoid keeping with other predatory invertebrates or highly aggressive fish that may target their soft body.

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🍀 Colour & Health Enhancement

• Lighting: Moderate lighting is fine; they are often more active in dimmer conditions.
• Diet: A mineral-rich, varied diet supports healthy molting and vibrant colour:

• High-quality protein-rich sinking pellets
• Occasional frozen foods like bloodworms or brine shrimp
• Calcium-rich supplements to support strong shell development