White Spotted Rabbit Snail – Tylomelania towutensis

🐌 White Spotted Rabbit Snail – Tylomelania towutensis

The White Spotted Rabbit Snail (Tylomelania towutensis) is an extraordinary freshwater snail species native to Lake Towuti in Sulawesi, Indonesia. It features a dark chocolate shell paired with a jet-black body covered in bright white spots, making it one of the most visually striking Rabbit Snail varieties.

Peaceful, slow-moving, and highly curious, this snail adds both beauty and function to any aquarium. It’s an excellent algae grazer and scavenger, helping maintain clean glass, plants, and substrate without disturbing live plants or tank mates.

🌟 Key Features

• ✅ Distinctive Appearance: Black body with bold white spots and a textured brown shell
• ✅ Natural Algae Eater: Helps keep tanks clean by consuming algae and biofilm
• ✅ Peaceful & Hardy: Perfect for community or shrimp aquariums
• ✅ Unique Origin: Native to Lake Towuti, home to rare Sulawesi snails
• ✅ Slow Reproduction: No risk of overpopulation – gives birth to one live young at a time

📐 Care Requirements

• Tank Size: 10 gallons minimum
• Water Temperature: 76–82°F
• pH: 7.4–8.4 (requires hard, mineral-rich water)
• Diet: Algae, biofilm, sinking pellets, blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach)
• Behavior: Peaceful and slow-moving; ideal for community tanks

❓ FAQ

Q: Are White Spotted Rabbit Snails rare?
A: Yes! They are among the rarer Tylomelania species, prized for their unique coloration and patterning.

Q: Do they eat live plants?
A: No, they feed on algae and decaying organic matter, leaving live plants untouched.

Q: How fast do they reproduce?
A: Very slowly — they produce one live baby at a time, making them easy to manage.

Q: Can they live with shrimp and other snails?
A: Absolutely! They’re peaceful and do well with shrimp, Mystery Snails, and other Rabbit Snails.