Purple Apple Snail
Apple snails, named due to their size and shape, are found in swampy habitats and have a number of adaptations to survive periods of drought, such as an operculum that seals moisture in their shell during seasonal dry spells. As these air breathing snails will occasionally leave the water, make sure a good cover is in place to stop them falling out of the aquarium.
| Synonyms | Ampullaria sp. |
| Distribution | Subtropical and tropical regions of the Americas. Widely introduced elsewhere and a serious agricultural pest in a number of countries |
| Maximum Size | 8cm |
| Temperature | 15-28°C |
| Water Parameters | Moderately hard, alkaline water is best. pH: 7.2-8.0, KH 10-20 deg. |
| Compatibility | Community |
| Special Requirements | Take care when using medications |
| Sexual Dimorphism | Shell lip shape varies with gender in some species. Females of light-shelled forms often display a dark ovary spot |
| Feeding | Algae wafers, catfish pellets, granules, flake and frozen foods |
R45.00