Keeled Ramshorn Snail

Planorbis carinatus

Family : Planorbidae

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The Keeled Ramshorn Snail is distinguished by a keel (ridge) on the edge of its shell. It is slightly larger than other Ramshorns and very hardy.

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Popularity

Freshwater snail

algivore or detritivore

Availability

Common in shops

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Biotope

Europe

Poissons et invertébrés d'Europe tempérée.

Description

The shell of the Keeled Ramshorn Snail measures 3-4 cm in diameter and has a prominent keel on the outer edge. Its color ranges from light brown to dark brown. It is hermaphroditic and reproduces quickly. It feeds on algae, decaying plants, and leftover food. Active at night, it can be seen crawling on glass and plants. It is very tolerant of parameter variations.

Habitat

Region :

Calm waters, ponds, dense vegetation

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature18–26 °C

pH6.5–8

GH5–15 °dGH

KH3–10 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 40 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 2 mg/L

Care

Difficulty

1/5

Diet

Omnivore

Min. tank

15 L

Min. group

Adult size

3.5 cm

Lifespan

2 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

Eggs

Care notes

Parameters: temperature 18-26°C, pH 6.5-8.0, GH 5-15, KH 3-10. Minimum tank 15 liters. Diet: algae, vegetables, pellets. Peaceful, compatible with most fish. Avoid predators. Rapid reproduction if excess food. Substrate not required. Can be kept outdoors in a pond.

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