Red Ramshorn Snail – The Spiral Jewel of the Shrimp Tank 🐌❤️

Scientific Name: Planorbella duryi (Red Morph)
Category: Freshwater Invertebrates

🌀 Tiny, Spiraled, and Surprisingly Helpful

The Red Ramshorn Snail is a petite, peaceful scavenger that looks like it rolled straight out of a fairytale garden. With a vibrant red to reddish-orange shell and a soft pink or ruby-hued body, this little mollusk brings colorful movement and quiet utility to any freshwater aquarium. Its flat, spiral-shaped shell resembles a cinnamon roll—but trust us, this one’s all business when it comes to cleaning up algae, biofilm, and leftover food.

These snails are popular in shrimp tanks, planted tanks, and nano setups for their ease of care and visual appeal. And while they can reproduce readily in nutrient-rich tanks, they’re also easy to manage and won't overrun your scape with proper feeding practices.

🔍 What to Expect:

• Shell: Flat spiral, vibrant red or coppery red

• Body: Often matches shell with pink or red undertones

• Size: Up to 1 inch (2.5 cm)

• Behavior: Peaceful, slow-moving scavenger

• Lifespan: 1–2 years

• Reproduction: Lays small egg clusters; population grows with available food

💧 Care & Conditions:

• Temp: 68–80°F (20–27°C)

• pH: 7.0–8.0 (prefers stable, neutral to slightly alkaline)

• Hardness: Moderate to hard water for healthy shell development

• Tank Size: 3+ gallons

• Diet: Algae, biofilm, blanched veggies, leftover food

✅ Why You’ll Love Them:

• Stunning red coloration makes them stand out in any tank

• Excellent at tidying up waste and algae

• Safe with shrimp, plants, and peaceful fish

• Very easy to care for—great for beginners

• Gentle grazers that won’t damage live plants

🎁 Bonus Tip:

Want to control their population naturally? Feed sparingly and add Assassin Snails if needed—they'll keep things balanced without harming your plants or shrimp. 🐌🔄

Complete your shrimp order with some vibrant plants! They provide essential hiding spots and enhance the natural look of your tank, creating a healthier, more enriching environment for your shrimp. Add plants to your order for a thriving, beautiful setup!

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Size: Juvenile/Adult

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