Description
The Assassin Snail is a popular freshwater gastropod prized for its ability to control nuisance snails naturally. With its bold yellow-and-black striped shell, often called the “bumblebee snail,” it adds both function and beauty to aquariums.
Quick Facts
- Size: 1–1.25 inches (2.5–3 cm)
- Lifespan: 2–3 years
- Diet: Carnivorous – feeds on pest snails, protein-rich foods, and carrion
- Temperament: Peaceful with fish and most invertebrates; predatory toward snails
- Tank Size: 10 gallons+ (for small groups)
- Water Parameters: 73–80°F (23–27°C), pH 7.2–8.0, moderately hard water
- Behavior: Burrowing, nocturnal hunter
- Breeding: Requires male + female, lays single transparent eggs, slow reproduction
- Tank Mates: Safe with peaceful fish, shrimp (with caution), and plants; avoid pufferfish or snail-eating loaches
- Special Note: Sensitive to copper – avoid copper-based medications
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