{"product_id":"chestnut-albino-mystery-snail-pomacea-diffusa","title":"Chestnut Albino Mystery Snail – Pomacea diffusa","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Chestnut Albino Mystery Snail (\u003cem\u003ePomacea diffusa\u003c\/em\u003e) is a beautiful freshwater snail known for its warm chestnut-colored shell and light albino body. This unique contrast makes it a standout addition to planted aquariums, peaceful community tanks, and nano setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMystery snails are peaceful, easy to care for, and enjoyable to watch as they explore the aquarium. They also help clean up leftover food, biofilm, and some soft algae while remaining safe for most live plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm chestnut-colored shell with light albino body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful and community-safe freshwater snail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for planted aquariums and nano tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps consume leftover food, biofilm, and soft algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to care for with stable water and calcium support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePomacea diffusa\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chestnut Albino Mystery Snail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approximately 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 gallons recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68–82°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore; grazes on algae and biofilm, but should be supplemented with sinking foods, algae wafers, vegetables, and calcium-rich foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChestnut Albino Mystery Snails do best in stable, well-maintained aquariums with clean water and calcium-rich conditions to support healthy shell growth. They are excellent for planted aquariums, peaceful community tanks, shrimp tanks, and beginner freshwater setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA secure lid is recommended because mystery snails may occasionally climb above the waterline. Avoid copper-based medications and treatments, as copper can be harmful to snails and other invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Chestnut Albino Mystery Snails will graze on algae, biofilm, and leftover food, they should not be expected to live on tank debris alone. Offer algae wafers, sinking pellets, blanched vegetables such as zucchini or spinach, and calcium-rich foods to help maintain strong shell growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Tankmates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChestnut Albino Mystery Snails are peaceful and can be kept with many community fish, freshwater shrimp, and other peaceful snails. Good tankmates may include small tetras, rasboras, guppies, platies, Corydoras, and other non-aggressive community species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid pufferfish, loaches that eat snails, aggressive cichlids, and fish that may nip at their antennae or soft body parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Chestnut Albino Mystery Snails good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They are easy to care for when kept in stable water conditions with proper food and calcium support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Mystery Snails eat live plants?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMystery snails are generally safe with healthy live plants. They are more likely to eat decaying plant matter, algae, biofilm, and leftover food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Mystery Snails need calcium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Calcium helps support strong, healthy shell growth. Calcium-rich foods, mineral supplements, or aquarium-safe calcium sources can be helpful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Mystery Snails climb out of the aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Mystery snails may explore above the waterline, so a secure aquarium lid is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Mystery Snails safe with shrimp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Mystery snails are peaceful and are generally safe with freshwater shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChestnut Albino Mystery Snails are a beautiful and useful addition to peaceful freshwater aquariums. Visit Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming, or shop online for freshwater snails, live plants, shrimp, fish, and aquarium supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52149793947861,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/4545\/8133\/files\/ChestnutBrownMysterySnail.jpg?v=1759585071","url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/chestnut-albino-mystery-snail-pomacea-diffusa","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}