Ivory Snails, also called Elephant Snails, are attractive snails with a long, spiral shell. They have a creamy white or ivory coloration, hence their name. These snails are peaceful and can be kept in a community aquarium. Ivory Snails primarily feed on detritus and leftover food, aiding in tank cleanliness. They require stable water conditions and a sandy substrate for burrowing.
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Ivory Snails, also called Elephant Snails, are attractive snails with a long, spiral shell. They have a creamy white or ivory coloration, hence their name. These snails are peaceful and can be kept in a community aquarium. Ivory Snails primarily feed on detritus and leftover food, aiding in tank cleanliness. They require stable water conditions and a sandy substrate for burrowing.
Smooth, ivory-colored rounded shell. Popular ornamental snail for planted tanks.
1-2 years
Detritivorous. They consume leftover food, detritus, and decaying plant matter.
Ivory Snails are excellent for community aquariums and algae control. Avoid aggressive or snail-eating tankmates.
Easy
10 gallons
7.0 - 8.0
Moderate
22°C - 28°C (72°F - 82°F)
2 inches
Peaceful fish like guppies, tetras, danios; other peaceful snails
Loaches (Clown Loach), Crayfish, Assassin Snails, Goldfish
Pomacea diffusa
Ampullariidae
South America
Peaceful, social with other snails and peaceful fish
Feeds on algae, blanched vegetables, and sinking pellets. Supplement calcium for healthy shells.
Egg layers; lay clusters of eggs above waterline
Lay pinkish egg clusters above water line; eggs hatch in a few weeks under proper humidity.
Stable pH and hardness; avoid copper-based medications and sudden water changes.
Prone to shell damage or erosion if water quality is poor or with aggressive tankmates.
Peaceful and non-aggressive. They are compatible with most community tank fish.
Active algae and detritus grazer. Peaceful and slow-moving, mostly stays on surfaces.
Ivory Snail (Pomacea diffusa) is a peaceful freshwater snail known for its smooth, ivory-colored shell. Ideal for planted and community tanks, they graze on algae and detritus. Avoid copper exposure and aggressive fish like loaches, crayfish, assassin snails, or goldfish. They lay egg clusters above waterline and need calcium-rich water for healthy shell growth.