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Blue Leg Poso Snail (Tylomelania gemmifera)

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Blue Leg Poso Snails, also called Poso Snails, are endemic to Lake Poso in Sulawesi, Indonesia. They have a distinct elongated, spiral-shaped shell with shades of brown and blue. These snails prefer a slightly alkaline water environment and are best suited for aquariums with stable water parameters. Blue Leg Poso Snails are herbivorous and will graze on biofilm, algae, and decaying plant matter.

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  • Qty :Price mentioned is for single fish
  • Note:If you order 2 qty of a specific variety , then you will receive 1 male and 1 female. If you order 5 qty of a specific variety, then you will receive 2 male and 2 female and the last one will be based on availability.

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    • Description :

      Blue Leg Poso Snails, also called Poso Snails, are endemic to Lake Poso in Sulawesi, Indonesia. They have a distinct elongated, spiral-shaped shell with shades of brown and blue. These snails prefer a slightly alkaline water environment and are best suited for aquariums with stable water parameters. Blue Leg Poso Snails are herbivorous and will graze on biofilm, algae, and decaying plant matter.

    • Appearance :

      Dark shell with striking blue-colored legs. Conical and sturdy shell structure.

    • Lifespan :

      2-3 years

    • Diet :

      Herbivorous. They graze on biofilm, algae, and decaying plant matter.

    • Closing Thoughts :

      Blue Leg Poso Snails are excellent for planted tanks and algae control. Avoid aggressive or snail-eating tankmates.

  • Care Level :

    Easy to Moderate

  • Minimum Tank Size :

    15 gallons

  • pH :

    7.0 - 8.0

  • Water Hardness :

    Moderate

  • Temperature :

    24°C - 28°C (75°F - 82°F)

  • Max Size :

    3 inches

  • Tank Mates :

    Peaceful fish like guppies, tetras, danios; other peaceful snails

  • Bad Tank Mates :

    Loaches (Clown Loach), Crayfish, Assassin Snails, Goldfish

  • Scientific Name :

    Tylomelania sp. Blue Leg Poso

  • Family :

    Pachychilidae

  • Origin :

    Sulawesi, Indonesia

  • Social Behavior :

    Peaceful, social with other snails and peaceful fish

  • Feeding Details :

    Feeds mainly on algae and biofilm; supplement with blanched vegetables or sinking pellets.

  • Breeding Behavior :

    Egg layers; lay eggs in freshwater

  • Breeding Details :

    Lay small egg clusters; juveniles resemble miniature adults.

  • Important Water Parameters :

    Stable pH and hardness; avoid copper-based medications.

  • Common Health Issues :

    Prone to shell damage from aggressive tankmates or poor water quality.

  • Temperament :

    Peaceful and non-aggressive. They prefer a slightly alkaline water environment.

  • Behavior & Temperament :

    Slow-moving, grazes algae and detritus. Hardy and peaceful.

    • Blue Leg Poso Snail (Tylomelania sp. Blue Leg Poso) is a freshwater snail from Sulawesi, Indonesia. Known for its unique blue legs and conical shell, it is peaceful and grazes algae and detritus. Ideal for community and planted tanks. Avoid loaches, crayfish, assassin snails, or goldfish. Stable water and calcium-rich diet are recommended for healthy shell growth.

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