Malaysian Trumpet Snail
Peaceful Easy

Malaysian Trumpet Snail

Melanoides tuberculata

Minimum Tank

5 Gallons

Adult Size

1 inches

Temperature

70-82°F (21-28°C)

pH Range

7.0-8.0

Lifespan

3 years

About Malaysian Trumpet Snail

Burrowing snail that aerates substrate. Breeds prolifically.

Care Requirements

Tank Setup

  • Minimum 5-gallon tank required
  • Temperature: 70-82°F (21-28°C)
  • pH: 7.0 - 8.0
  • Category: Snail

Diet & Feeding

  • Diet type: Omnivore
  • Feed 1-2 times daily
  • Varied diet recommended

Tank Mate Compatibility

Compatible With

🐟 Most Fish
🐟 Shrimp
🐟 Plants

Avoid Keeping With

⚠️
Loaches Not compatible
⚠️
Puffers Not compatible

Care Tips

Expert Tips

Excellent substrate aerators, nocturnal, can overpopulate.

Quick Facts

19L

Min Tank (5gal)

3cm

Adult Size (1")

3yr

Lifespan

1+

Can Keep Solo

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