Yellow Spotted Rabbit Snail Tylomelania zemis
Yellow Spotted Rabbit Snail for Sale (Tylomelania zemis)
Buy a live Yellow Spotted Rabbit Snail (Tylomelania zemis) — a striking, peaceful freshwater snail native to the lakes of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Prized for its dark body covered in bright golden-yellow spots and long, spiraled brown shell, this rare collector's snail adds vibrant contrast and personality to planted and community aquariums while grazing algae and biofilm.
Quick Facts
- Scientific name: Tylomelania zemis
- Origin: Sulawesi, Indonesia
- Adult size: 2–3 inches
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Care level: Easy to moderate
- Diet: Algae & biofilm grazer
Care Requirements
- Tank size: 10 gallons minimum
- Water temperature: 76–82°F
- pH: 7.4–8.4 (prefers hard, mineral-rich water)
- Substrate: Sand or fine gravel for natural grazing
- Behavior: Slow-moving, peaceful, and non-destructive
Diet & Feeding
Yellow Spotted Rabbit Snails are dedicated algae and biofilm grazers that help keep glass, rocks, and substrate clean. Supplement their diet with sinking algae wafers, blanched vegetables, and quality bottom-feeder foods to keep them healthy and active.
Tank Mates
Their slow, peaceful nature makes Yellow Spotted Rabbit Snails ideal companions for freshwater shrimp, other snails, and small community fish. Avoid housing them with snail-eating or aggressive species such as loaches and pufferfish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will they reproduce and overrun my tank? No — Rabbit Snails reproduce very slowly, producing a single baby at a time, so there's no risk of overpopulation.
Are they safe with live plants? Yes. They graze algae and biofilm and will not damage healthy aquarium plants.
Do they need hard water? Yes — mineral-rich, harder water helps maintain a strong, healthy shell.
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