Red Ramshorn Snail

Planorbella duryi

Also known as: Red Ramshorn, Pink Ramshorn

A variety of Ramshorn Snail

A coiled snail with a bright red body that cleans up leftovers and algae.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

65–82°F

pH

7–8

Hardness

5–20 dGH

Max size

1 in

Min tank

5 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Social

Swim level

Bottom

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Beginner

Lifespan

1-2 years

Breeding

Egg-layer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Cultivated form (wild species: Florida, United States)

Hardy and easy, it eats algae, biofilm, and leftover food but usually leaves healthy plants alone. It breeds readily, so control numbers by not overfeeding. Keep water hard enough for shell growth and avoid copper medications.