Giant Ramshorn Snail

The giant ramshorn snail resembles ramshorn snails in appearance but is actually a relative of the apple snails (Ampullariidae). Its shell coils like a flat disc, carries dark spiral bands on a light brown to yellowish background and reaches 4–5 cm in diameter. Because it does not belong to the genus Pomacea, it is not covered by the EU's Pomacea ban; however, it can become invasive when released into the wild in warm regions. Never release it into the wild.

• 60 liters or more for a few individuals.
• pH 7 or higher, moderately hard to hard water; calcium is needed for the shell.
• Unplanted aquariums or tanks with only tough-leaved plants (Anubias, Java fern); soft plants are eaten in a short time.
• Avoid products containing copper.

Omnivorous with a very big appetite. It eats soft plants, algae, leftover food, sinking tablets and blanched vegetables. It is also known to eat the eggs of other snails. Giving plenty of vegetables can reduce plant damage but does not prevent it completely.

Peaceful toward fish and shrimp. The real problem is plants: it can consume live plants leaf by leaf.

Good companions: peaceful community fish and large shrimp in a setup that is unplanted or has only tough-leaved plants.

Avoid: planted aquariums, snail-eating fish (clown loach, pufferfish), crayfish.