Malayan rabbit snail
Tylomelania malayensis
InvertebrateFreshwater
The Malayan rabbit snail is a freshwater snail from Sulawesi. Its conical shell can reach 8 cm and displays varied patterns from brown to black with light bands. It is a detritivore that spends its time sifting through the substrate for food. This peaceful species does not disturb other aquarium inhabitants.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| pH | 7–8 |
| GH | 5–15 |
| KH | 3–10 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.5 |
Care
Difficulty2/5
Dietomnivore
Min. tank40 L
Min. group1
Adult size8 cm
Lifespan3 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Maintain clean water with good filtration. A sandy substrate is ideal for burrowing. Avoid strong currents. Provide hiding spots and plants. Feed with bottom-feeder tablets, blanched vegetables, and calcium-rich foods.