Blue Ramshorn Snail (Planorbella duryi)

Category: Freshwater Snails
Scientific Name: Planorbella duryi
Origin: Captive bred color morph derived from North American ramshorn snails
Lighting: Low to Moderate lighting recommended for natural behavior and best viewing
Substrate: Sand or fine gravel substrate suitable for grazing and movement
Size: Juvenile to Adult

Parameters (Freshwater Snail Standard):
GH: 6–12
KH: 2–8
pH: 6.8–8.0

What to Expect with Appearance

Blue Ramshorn Snails are known for their distinct flat spiral shell paired with a soft blue to blue-gray body coloration. The shell itself is typically translucent amber to light brown, allowing the blue body color to show through and give the snail its signature appearance.

Color intensity can vary depending on age diet and lighting. Juveniles often appear lighter and deepen in color as they mature. In well-maintained aquariums with stable parameters their blue tone becomes more noticeable especially against dark substrates or planted backgrounds.

General Care Behavior and Tank Conditions

Blue Ramshorn Snails are peaceful and active grazers that spend much of their time feeding on soft algae biofilm and leftover food. They are excellent members of a clean-up crew and are completely shrimp safe.

They thrive in mature aquariums with steady water parameters and ample surfaces to graze. Population growth is tied closely to food availability so controlled feeding helps manage numbers naturally. Calcium-rich water supports strong healthy shell development.

Bonus Tip

Providing cuttlebone or other calcium sources can help prevent shell thinning and keep Blue Ramshorn Snails looking their best.

Checkout our Blue Ramshorn Care Guide!

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