Golden Rabbit Snail – Tylomelania gemmifera

🐌 Golden Rabbit Snail – Tylomelania gemmifera

The Golden Rabbit Snail (Tylomelania gemmifera) is a peaceful and unique freshwater snail from Sulawesi, Indonesia, admired for its shiny golden-orange body and elongated spiral shell. Slow-moving and full of personality, this snail makes a beautiful addition to any planted or community aquarium while naturally helping to keep algae under control.

Rabbit Snails are gentle scavengers that feed on algae, biofilm, and detritus, contributing to a clean and balanced aquarium ecosystem.

🌟 Key Features

• ✅ Vibrant Golden Body: Eye-catching contrast against dark substrates
• ✅ Natural Algae Eater: Helps control algae and detritus buildup
• ✅ Unique Appearance: Long spiral shell and curious, slow-moving nature
• ✅ Peaceful & Hardy: Excellent addition to planted or shrimp tanks
• ✅ Low Reproduction Rate: Produces one baby at a time, no risk of overpopulation

📐 Care Requirements

• Tank Size: 10 gallons minimum
• Water Temperature: 76–82°F
• pH: 7.4–8.2 (prefers hard, mineral-rich water)
• Diet: Algae, biofilm, blanched vegetables, sinking wafers or pellets
• Behavior: Peaceful and compatible with most community species

❓ FAQ

Q: Are Golden Rabbit Snails plant safe?
A: Yes, they won’t eat live plants—only algae and decaying matter.

Q: How large do they get?
A: Adult Golden Rabbit Snails typically reach 3–4 inches long.

Q: Do they reproduce quickly?
A: No, they reproduce slowly, giving birth to one live baby at a time.

Q: Can they live with shrimp and small fish?
A: Yes, they’re ideal companions for shrimp, snails, and peaceful fish.