Red 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

Red Ramshorn Snails are known for their bright red to deep ruby body coloration paired with a classic flat spiral shell. The shell itself is typically translucent amber to light brown which allows the red body color to show through and intensify the overall appearance.

Color strength can vary by individual with some snails displaying a lighter cherry red tone while others develop a darker wine red coloration as they mature. Juveniles often start lighter and deepen in color with age good nutrition and stable water conditions.

General Care Behavior and Tank Conditions

Red Ramshorn Snails are peaceful active grazers that feed on soft algae biofilm and leftover food. They are fully shrimp safe and make excellent members of a cleanup crew in planted or shrimp focused aquariums.

They thrive in mature tanks with stable parameters and ample surfaces to graze. Population growth is tied closely to food availability so feeding control naturally manages numbers. Calcium rich water supports strong healthy shell development.

Bonus Tip

Providing supplemental calcium such as mineral stones or cuttlebone helps maintain shell thickness and prevents erosion over time.

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