What tank size does a Trap Door Snail need?

A Trap Door Snail requires a minimum tank size of 60 litres (16 US gallons).

What temperature do Trap Door Snail need?

Trap Door Snail thrive in water temperatures between 10–25°C (50–77°F).

How hard is it to breed Trap Door Snail?

Breeding Trap Door Snail is considered moderate.

Trap Door Snail Care Guide

Viviparus viviparus

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Bioload Score

4000

PeacefulModerate

Max Size: 5 cm / 2"
Temperature: 10–25°C (50–77°F)
pH Range: 7 – 8.5
Min Tank Size: 60L (16 gal)
Min Group Size: Can be kept alone
Tank Level: Bottom
Origin: Europe
Temperament: Peaceful
Difficulty: Moderate
Breeding Difficulty: Moderate

Diet

It grazes on algae and biofilm and filters suspended microorganisms and organic particles from the water.

Community Compatibility

Suitable tankmates include peaceful temperate-water fish such as white cloud mountain minnows, rosy minnows and small loaches that do not prey on snails.

Good to Know

Viviparus viviparus is a live-bearing river snail whose young develop inside the female before being born as miniature snails.

Gender Differences

Females are generally larger than males, while males have a modified right tentacle used as a reproductive organ.

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