Spike-topped Apple Snails are a smaller species of apple snail. They have a rounded shell with a spiky, pointed apex. The shell coloration can vary from light brown to dark stripes. Spike-topped Apple Snails are effective algae eaters and contribute to the overall cleanliness of the aquarium. They are peaceful and compatible with most community fish. Like other apple snails, they lay distinctive clutches of eggs above the waterline.
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Spike-topped Apple Snails are a smaller species of apple snail. They have a rounded shell with a spiky, pointed apex. The shell coloration can vary from light brown to dark stripes. Spike-topped Apple Snails are effective algae eaters and contribute to the overall cleanliness of the aquarium. They are peaceful and compatible with most community fish. Like other apple snails, they lay distinctive clutches of eggs above the waterline.
Conical spike-shaped shell, light-colored. Popular ornamental snail for planted tanks.
1-2 years
Omnivorous. They eat algae, decaying plants, and detritus. Supplement their diet with sinking pellets or vegetables like zucchini or spinach.
Spike-topped Apple Snails are excellent for community tanks 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 var. Spike
Ampullariidae
South America
Peaceful, social with other snails and peaceful fish
Feeds on algae, blanched vegetables, and sinking pellets. Calcium supplementation recommended for shell strength.
Egg layers; lay clusters above waterline
Lay creamy/pink egg clusters above waterline; eggs require humidity to hatch.
Stable pH and hardness; avoid copper-based medications.
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, slow-moving, mostly stays on surfaces.
Spike-topped Apple Snail (Pomacea diffusa var. Spike) is a peaceful freshwater snail with a distinctive spike-shaped shell. Ideal for planted and community tanks, they graze on algae and detritus. Avoid housing with loaches, crayfish, assassin snails, or goldfish. Egg clusters are laid above waterline, and calcium-rich water supports healthy shell development.