Zebra Sulawesi Snail
Tylomelania zeamais
Familia : Pachychilidae
InvertebradoAgua dulcesnail
Freshwater snail with a black and yellow striped shell. Very decorative and easy to breed.
Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor
Descripción
Tylomelania zeamais reaches 6 cm. Its conical shell has vertical black and yellow bands. Its body is dark. It is active and explores the substrate. It feeds on algae and detritus. It is a robust species that adapts well. Reproduction is oviparous. It cohabits with peaceful fish. Lifespan is about 2 to 3 years.
Hábitat
Región :
Lakes and rivers
Distribución :
Parámetros recomendados
Temperatura26–30 °C
pH7.5–8.5
GH8–15 °dGH
KH5–10 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L
Cuidado
Dificultad
2/5
Dieta
Omnívoro
Tanque mín.
30 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamaño adulto
6 cm
Esperanza de vida
3 años
Temperamento
Pacífico
Propagación
Notas de cuidado
Temperature 26-30°C, pH 7.5-8.5, hard water. Minimum 30-liter tank. Diet: algae, vegetables, pellets. Avoid aggressive fish. Fine sand substrate. Moderate filtration. Nitrates < 20 mg/L. Regular water changes. Beware of copper leaks.