Yellow-spotted Sulawesi Snail
Tylomelania perfecta
InvertebrateFreshwater
Tylomelania perfecta reaches about 5 cm. Its shell is conical, black with characteristic yellow spots. Its body is dark gray. It feeds on algae and plant debris. It is a peaceful species that does not disturb plants. It reproduces by laying eggs on rocks. It prefers hard, alkaline water. Lifespan is 2 to 3 years.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 26–30 |
| pH | 7.5–8.5 |
| GH | 8–15 |
| KH | 5–10 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.5 |
Care
Difficulty2/5
Dietomnivore
Min. tank30 L
Min. group1
Adult size5 cm
Lifespan3 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Temperature 26-30°C, pH 7.5-8.5, GH 8-15, KH 5-10. A minimum 30-liter tank is suitable. Diet: algae, blanched vegetables, tablets. Avoid fish that nip tentacles. Fine sand substrate is recommended. Maintain good filtration. Nitrates should stay below 20 mg/L. Weekly 20% water changes.