Common ramshorn
Planorbis planorbis
InvertebrateFreshwater
Planorbis planorbis is a freshwater snail of the family Planorbidae. Its shell is discoid, coiled in a plane, brown-red to dark brown. It grows to about 1-2 cm in diameter. It feeds on algae, plant debris, and leftover food. It is very hardy and can live in low-oxygen waters thanks to its hemoglobin. It is often used as a cleaner in coldwater aquariums.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 10–25 |
| pH | 6.5–8 |
| GH | 5–15 |
| KH | 3–10 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 40 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 2 |
Care
Difficulty1/5
Dietherbivore
Min. tank5 L
Min. group1
Adult size2 cm
Lifespan1.5 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Freshwater: temperature 10-25°C, pH 6.5-8.0, GH 5-15, KH 3-10. Nitrates <40 ppm. Tolerates a wide range of parameters. Diet: algae, blanched vegetables, fish tablets. Avoid overpopulation as they reproduce quickly.