Magenta Mystery Snail (Pomacea bridgesii) – Colorful Aquarium Cleanup Crew

🐌 Magenta Mystery Snail (Pomacea bridgesii) – Colorful Aquarium Cleanup Crew

Description:
The Magenta Mystery Snail is a striking freshwater snail featuring a bright, creamy body and a glossy magenta or purple shell. Popular for their vibrant color and excellent tank-cleaning abilities, Mystery Snails are peaceful, easy to care for, and a great addition to community tanks. They help remove leftover food and algae, making them both functional and decorative.

Care Information

• Care Level: Easy
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Max Size: ~2 inches (5 cm)
• Tank Size: 5+ gallons
• Diet: Algae wafers, vegetables (zucchini, spinach), sinking pellets
• Water Parameters:
• Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
• pH: 7.0–8.0 (hard water preferred for healthy shells)
• Hardness: Moderate to hard

❓ FAQ

Q: Are Mystery Snails good for algae control?
A: Yes! They are excellent scavengers that eat algae, decaying plant matter, and leftover food.

Q: Will they reproduce quickly?
A: Not in freshwater tanks without a male; they lay eggs above the waterline, so it’s easy to control breeding.

Q: Are they safe with plants?
A: Yes, they won’t harm live plants but will eat dead or decaying leaves.

Q: Can they live with fish and shrimp?
A: Absolutely! They are peaceful and make great tank mates.

Q: How big do they get?
A: They grow up to about 2 inches in size, making them easy to house in small or large tanks.