Rabbit Snails are large, herbivorous snails native to Southeast Asia. They have elongated shells with varying patterns and colors, ranging from brown to yellow. Rabbit Snails are known for their grazing behavior on plants and detritus. They can be kept in peaceful community tanks but prefer slightly acidic water with stable parameters.
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Rabbit Snails are large, herbivorous snails native to Southeast Asia. They have elongated shells with varying patterns and colors, ranging from brown to yellow. Rabbit Snails are known for their grazing behavior on plants and detritus. They can be kept in peaceful community tanks but prefer slightly acidic water with stable parameters.
Elongated, conical shell resembling a rabbit’s ear; often brown or striped. Very ornamental.
2-4 years
Herbivorous. They graze on biofilm, algae, and decaying plant matter. Supplement their diet with algae wafers or blanched vegetables.
Rabbit Snails are excellent for planted tanks and peaceful aquariums. Avoid aggressive snails or fish that may harm them.
Easy to Moderate
10 gallons
7.0 - 8.0
Moderate
22°C - 28°C (72°F - 82°F)
2 - 3 inches
Small peaceful fish like guppies, tetras, danios; other peaceful snails
Loaches (Clown Loach), Crayfish, Assassin Snails, Goldfish
Tylomelania sp.
Thiaridae
Sulawesi, Indonesia
Peaceful, social with other snails and peaceful fish
Feeds on algae, biofilm, and blanched vegetables. Can supplement with sinking pellets.
Livebearer; gives birth to live young
Gives birth to live young; populations grow slowly compared to other snails.
Stable pH and moderate hardness required. Avoid copper-based medications.
Prone to shell damage from aggressive tankmates or poor water quality.
Peaceful and non-aggressive. They can be kept in peaceful community tanks.
Slow-moving, grazes surfaces for algae and detritus. Very hardy and peaceful.
Rabbit Snail (Tylomelania sp.) is a freshwater snail native to Sulawesi, Indonesia, prized for its unique elongated shell and gentle nature. They are livebearers and slow growers, ideal for planted tanks. Avoid housing with loaches, crayfish, assassin snails, or large goldfish that may harm them. Best kept in stable water conditions with plenty of hiding spots and algae to graze on.