Apple Snail Care and Information - How to Keep Mystery Snails - Golden Apple Snail

[@nwyk153]

i love how graceful they glide. unlike the rabbit snail, gawd they're clumsy AF.

[@sohyangworld1544]

Lol

[@serenitym8731]

My apple snails are clumsy they always fall from the top of the tank

[@kannadiga3644]

I added apple snail today.. It started digging up in the substrate.. It did that in 3 spots within first 10 minutes.. I moved it back to quarantine tank for now.. . Any reason they do that? How to get it to stop? It id ruining the aquascape by digs and uprooting plants..

[@oss5211]

This is one of those videos, that you are glad that you searched for it

[@itsisabella3535]

You right 0-o

[@Caninehandler]

Good vibes, I took a bite of the info given on these Apple Snails. I took the plunge and bought some of these critters, I felt like I needed to dive in and learn about them, This video narrator leaves a trail of positive vibes and key info. I came out of my shell and got aquarium snails for the first time ever.

[@weirdscience8299]

Guys please be careful about how you get rid of extra eggs. In some areas (like where I live) the apple snail is actually considered a huge nuisance, and they mess up the environment a lot.

[@happygolucky9004]

The way I dispose of the eggs is to put them in a ziplock bag and use a glass to smoosh the eggs. Then I throw away the plastic bag.

[@LucianC137]

flush them down the drain

[@happygolucky9004]

@@LucianC137 You shouldn't flush anything living down the drain.

[@PlecsExotics3]

@@LucianC137 tf

[@saienmoodley5709]

Incinerate the eggs

[@jessicaspencer7511]

I bought one of these snails months ago and yep they said it was a mystery snail but now I know it's an apple snail thank you for the information

[@CaptainDCap]

All mystery snails are apple snails, but not all apple snails are mystery snails. Mystery snails is an aggregate term for all Apple snails that are hard to tell apart. The family of snails is Pomacea, named after the Latin word for Apple.

[@heartymeat8783]

I love apple snails. I have had loads super easy to breed and they have plenty of babies. It used to be easy to buy them here in the uk but I haven't seen any in months. Easy pet to look after. They also are funny and adventurous and love air filters.

[@janetdoolittlebaigent2886]

I was told they were banned for sale but not sure

[@CaptainDCap]

@@janetdoolittlebaigent2886 Correct. Because some apple snails destroy native plants when introduced, and all apple snails are hard to tell apart, their sale is banned in the European Union.

[@littlehtxgirly]

Very funny. My snail just literally jumped off the side of the wall of the fish tank, climbed all the way back up and jumped again. 😩 idk what he’s doing but he’s very adventurous 😂

[@raven3946]

@@CaptainDCapoh weird i get them on europe fairly easy

[@mellewedin8221]

I have actually found that they will much rather fed on veggies and pellets, and blood worm. Mine are not small and it's better to keep them as one snail per 5 gallons. You neglected to tell ppl that these snail in fact put out a heavy bio load, and they die in your tank they will cause a massive ammonia spike. I know this from breeding and raising these snails.

[@scottgeorge4760]

I had a big Golden Apple Snail die in my 20 gallon tank , and I've got 4 Rosy Red Minnows , and one Mosquito fish and a Chinese algae eater. I did replace the charcoal filter and took the dead snail out .

[@gukfilms7441]

My apple snail (just like in the vid) just died and started disintegrating.. i removed it in the tank. should i change the water?

[@CristinSierra]

How long do they live? I’ve had one for about 8 months now and it’s gotten huge. It’s the only snail in my 30gal tank, so it has plenty of room. But I’m really shocked by how much it’s grown

[@laceyclair82]

@@CristinSierra I had one live 5 years

[@adolfconradigharas439]

Thank you for this brother, I'm just new in taking care of apple snails and I like them very much, so thank you for sharing this. May GOD Bless you brother😊

[@Ashwellx]

This is the most helpful apple snail video there is.

[@kelseyhaugh8255]

Thank you, this included everything I wanted to know about these guys. You have a very nice narration; informative and relaxing video.

[@reaganmb1236]

I got a mystery snail today! It’s brown and i got it so my betta would have a friend, they’re both in a 3 gallon and doing great! This vid was very informational!

[@Bigusbackus]

Your beta isnt happy lmao. Ignorance is bliss i suppose. Your beta should be in a 5 gallon at the MINIMUM even then its pushing it. 10 and up is ideal.

[@reaganmb1236]

DontF***WithMyRanchu If you knew about my situation and what my tank looks like, you wouldn’t think that, he’s active and is comfortable, he’s healthy and doing just fine, i have a filter and heater, it all depends on the fish, i’m getting a 5 gallon in the future when i see he’s not doing well, and if you want me to listen to your argument, don’t be rude about it :)

[@IndianTreasuryofWisdom]

I bought two of these for my planted Aquarium but they started eating away the roots of the plants and their leaves as well so I had to remove them. My question is - why are snails recommended for planted Aquariums when they cause damage to the plants ?

[@CaptainDCap]

You got the wrong apple snail. Pomacea Maculata is the largest of the apple snails and is a voracious eater. It will destroy your plants. P. Brigesii are a lot smaller and do not eat live plants at all unless it has nothing else to eat. P. Diffusa will starve if it has no dead/dying plants or algae to eat.

[@aakankshasangwan4130]

Can we create an open pond situation with dead plants and flowers and soil and use these snails to eat away the algae and the dead plants?

[@bubblerings]

Why?? Because if the fish in the tank are messy eaters, then they are less destructive. But, after making mine eat Huge masses of light green soft Hair Algae for over a week, they stepped up their game, started on the crypts, frogbit and eventually Amazon Swords, which they had previous not touched at all. And, the larger the Apple Snail, the more potential to hurt plants. Mystery Snails are a smaller version.. but ARE still Apple Snails. So, don't put big Apples in with most carpetting plants in Aquasoils. They easily rip them out.

[@bubblerings]

So, keep them well-fed with Zucchiini or Cucumber. Etc.

[@ethan4realz]

Thank you for all the help... I have had trouble with my apple snail food but now I know what to feed them

[@myaquariuminfo]

Glad I could help!

[@boebender]

Great job! Very informative. You get extra extra kudos for getting straight to the point….woot woot!! 😂

[@Crow-ig4py]

I was thinking of getting a 1-3 gallon tank and a few of these I have a 5 gallon betta tank but he's pretty aggressive so putting tankmates with him isn't something I'd want to test

[@aquastar4336]

Thanks!! The purple ones are beautiful 💕

[@darrenbalmes1311]

can i get more info how to use cattle bone? should i put it whole in the water or i need to powdered it?

[@bobbymalta73]

THKS! when i had applesnails usually they die,i found empty shells or a whole in the shell, what do u think is the problem?

[@larrycung9131]

Probably the ph, temperture or the type of food you're giving them. Airstones might be needed if its a small tank. If you have other animals such as fish, they might have been picking them to their death. If ur a complete noob to the aquarium hobby, please make sure ur tank is cycled.

[@ravenvamps607]

bobbymalta73 as far as the holes, they may need calcium

[@robertbock409]

Almost every additive for fish health will harm them. I added some when I had a sick fish, since it wasn't harsh medication and "safe for all fish" I put in the tank. The snail jumped out it's shell. Now, I remove the individual fish and qt it.

[@kevinbrislawn5918]

what's the ph and gh parameters..acidic water could cause them to die..add some crushed coral in power filter to add more calcium

[@cookie_love6304]

Just stop buying them....?

[@juli8vdberg562]

For calcium, just eggshells or mango tusk of the seed

[@husna669]

Does apple snails survive in gravels? White unpolished stones?

[@indranikarmakar1175]

guys I have 3 snails in a small fishbowl. They move about happily (at least what it looks like!) How often should i change the water?

[@annecohen8927]

Maybe these apple snails know what’s like for them to think pink.

[@robertoaldrete9383]

Mine hasn’t moved since I got it from the pet store

[@myaquariuminfo]

They do that even their environment changes too fast. It'll be okay just give it some time👍

[@khanc6621]

i was gonna say its dead but nvm

[@Awmsies]

@@khanc6621 same lmao

[@magic895rt]

GIve them min 24 hours and they will surprised you

[@Snot_Rockets]

I know this was a long time ago but it took my mystery snail a full week to even start moving.

[@susie7121]

Very helpful video. I am starting a snail aquarium. We had 1 of . 15 snails in our class 50 gallon fish aquarium that survived almost 2 years now. Its a pretty big mystery snail. The shell was deteriorating and I repaired it with egg shell skin. Decided to give it , its own tank. I added cuttle bone cause I believe thats why the shell was deteriorating. Ph level was fine. Can you give me any advice about feeding or special things I should do for the new tank? I want to add more snails and have kids in class see eggs hatch possibly but know nothing really about their specialized care. Thanks

[@robertcarlosllenarizas7987]

Yes they clean the aquarium constantly... the graze non stop.. i am so happy with these they don't attempt to go out in the aquarium... but sadly they go one by one... just get a pair.. its good.. non stop cleaners... 24/7

[@Diosesdepapel]

Great video , Great information about the snails , i just bough 3 today for my planted aquarium tank , Tks for sharing

[@myaquariuminfo]

So late...but thanks for watching!!

[@morganising5549]

Mine used to be really active but I’ve had it for a little over a month now and it just kinda chills in the same two spots and idk if I should be worried

[@Zxkyla]

Is it still alive??

[@mostamazingtop6]

Thank you, I had no idea they needed cuddle bone like my land snails

[@mvs]

I brought 2 mystery snails, after 3 days both died, could you tell me what's went wrong, I use Reverse Osmosis water. And had one catfish.

[@carminav2334]

Will my snail be okay without a heater? I wasn't sure so i didn't buy it. I found this video amd decided to ask an expert. Also, i have a two gallon tank. Would it ne okay if I get a small fish to be with the snail? Or will the snail eat it....im not sure? Can you reply when you see this comment? Thanks.

[@blondemaverick]

A two gallon tank is plenty of room for a snail and one small fishy friend (such as a tetra, molly, or betafish) to keep him company. Just make sure you don't get a fish that enjoys snacking on snails! As for the heater, since your tank is so small, no heater should be necessary as long as your room is kept above 70 degrees Fahrenheit and doesn't exceed 85. Just keep in mind, the warmer the water, the more rampant your algae growth will be. Oh! And don't put it in direct sunlight (just so you can keep the temp pretty even and controllable). Apple Snails are pretty tolerant, so even if the temperature sinks below 70 degrees, you should be okay. I have noticed they don't like anything colder than 65 (they get sluggish and won't climb or eat), so be sure to keep them cozier than that :)

[@carminav2334]

Blondemaverick thanks

[@cupofbees9413]

No, do not buy a betta. The minimum tank size is 2.5 gallons and they can be aggressive towards the snails as well as tetras. I recommend you just own snails for your tank size

[@Bigusbackus]

Snails only. Beta's need a minimum of 5 gallons, 10 and up is ideal if you want them to have a happy life rather then just survive.

[@Bigusbackus]

As for tetra's i can give you 2 reasons not to own them. You sound new to the hobby and tetra's are tropical and different breeds are hardier then others, #2 they're also a schooling fish. So while one or 2 may fit in a tiny tank like yours they wont be happy and will die quickly you need a school of atleast 20 and that would require a bigger tank.

[@marymendez4178]

How do I sink the cuddle bone or is it ok if it floods. Very informative this video, thank you.

[@Oliver-ni8kr]

At what size do apple snails start to breed?

[@Aaron_duckroast]

Do we need to cover the top for these ? Gonna keep with fighter fish

[@soolly357]

Ok, now i understand why my snail was going up the tank and right near the water line.

[@MixUpMike69]

I recently bought a red plant (telanthera cardinalis) will these snails eat my plants? I also have small leaf grass(carpet).

[@adelabdulqader78]

hello,, i've a problem my apple snail got 100 new small snails, every day i c them eating 3 or 4 dead snails in defferent sizes, what can i do, note: i didnt feed then calsium the tmp. 25c water hight is 27 cm can the calcium be the reason for their death??????

[@mateoruiz5017]

I have 3 apple snails along with a betta and some plants in a 5 gallon tank with a filter and heater. I’ve had them all for about 2 years now but 2 days ago one of my snails started floating. He pokes his head out and will grab onto my finger but can’t seem to sink down. I’ve carefully moved him around and held him upside down. A couple small bubble have come out but he still floats. Any ideas on what’s wrong or how I can fix it?

[@TheGotvinc]

Very interesting. Thank you.

[@d11.66]

Would my apistogramma be good with an apple snail?

[@hazel3366]

Yeah. Its awsome. It reminds me of a museum for no reason. I'm weird.

[@periodpear]

I have a big one that climbs up the top of the tank and then falls back down, is this normal

[@henryorcustus3412]

mine does that too. I think they are just having fun.

[@eel7y125]

Addi The Daddy yes it is

[@julesieco.productions6884]

Mine does this too! It’s like they’re flying lol kinda cool

[@crowley.blackwood]

I bought somd liquid calcium meant for coral reefs and I was wondering if it's safe to put in for my snails?

[@joeljmathew3909]

Will they eat eggs on the substrate

[@kiwizona4104]

I just got a blue and golden one to be tank mates with my betta:) Papa Smurf (Blue) and Smurfette (Golden) 😂

[@myaquariuminfo]

Nice!😊

[@elinichols4814]

I actually did the same and now I have eggs 😳😳

[@chriscasan]

@cj7 doll 😂

[@thatdarkguy5322]

That's also the colors of my Guppies. Gold and blue. Well... It isn't pretty much gold... It's just plain Orange.

[@jasperyt8909]

@cj7 doll is that a Donnie Darko reference?

[@juliuswicked4587]

is garlic safe to eat by apple snails?

[@toptechrated]

Hi, how many and how often do you feed cuttlebown.

[@JavierHernandez-tm4sh]

Need some help asap, impulse buyed apple snails, i was watching them just move around for around 10 minutes then they both dropped less the 5 minutes apart what do i do ?? Ive had my fish tank for months now and all parameters are safe!

[@aakankshasangwan4130]

Guys I've been considering turning a non functioning fountain into a pond. Can we create an open pond situation with dead plants and flowers and soil and use these snails to eat away the algae and the dead plants? P.S. Dead plants because I use flowers and leaves to decorate the pond but then they start decomposing.

[@daniellehostetler4189]

I think I got one of this snail in my fish tank olny ? I have is when they get bigger do I got to give them a bigger sea shell ?

[@kannadiga3644]

I added apple snail today.. It started digging up in the substrate.. It did that in 3 spots within first 10 minutes.. I moved it back to quarantine tank for now.. . Any reason they do that? How to get it to stop? It id ruining the aquascape by digs and uprooting plants..

[@neerajasuresh6120]

it's a edible???

[@maddypugs6686]

Can you use gravel also is it ok to not have calcium added into the water? I don’t wanna kill one.

[@1996vivian]

New sub here. Love this video! It is so well done and informative! Can you please do one on ramshorn snails? Thanks!

[@myaquariuminfo]

Thanks for watching!! Will do!

[@ohno316]

@@myaquariuminfo if I breed a yellow with a purple, what colours can I expect?

[@Rockercaruthonyoutube]

I,ve just bought 2 apple snails to keep my aquarium clean the one is on its back all the time, strange he has popped his head out so i think he,s 👌 ok?

[@paulacelest]

i have a 10 gallon tank with 3 small ghost shrimp 1 big pregnant shrimp 6 blue neon tetras 🐟 3 AD Frogs 🐸 2 Mystery Snails 🐌 1 Bristlenose catfish / Pleco Tanks going good just one frog got sick or hurt i’m keeping an eye on him he has a red swollen toe looks like he was attacked by another frog any advice on my tank new to owning aquatic animals?

[@TheStrawberryAnia]

Subscribed. Is an Inca snail an apple snail?

[@sakibbsyeed532]

Bought 3 from a local petshop and released them in my pond now there are atleast 4 thousandof them 😅. No petshop wants them. Are they edible ? 👀

[@EugeniaBonucci1965]

hi my snail made an underwater slime sack full of oblong brown circles. i think its poop. but could it be eggs?

[@chimpkinmcnuggies1515]

I just got 2 of them and I'm totally getting them a little bone! Their very very sweet and both dudes I think but I'm gonna get more for sure

[@davidjeyaseelan7608]

If you have the eggs and want to have 4 or 5 snails hatching, can you than use a couple of eggs and that they still will come out?

[@iyariximenauribe6797]

My apple snail shell is full of algae (I rescued him) literally is half blackish/green and half yellow. How can I clean it without hurting him/scratching his shell? Could this be bad to my apple snails health? He seems happy, is eating properly and is active at night but still, Im a bit worried.

[@amberfitzpatrick9896]

What nitrate levels should I have before doing a water change?

[@rarespycrab6027]

How do i get it out of the bag?

[@gsquestionz]

Joes Mom first you want to keep the bag afloat on the water so the snail gets used to the climate and if they are in their shell you can gently pull them out and place them in the tank

[@chriscasan]

Grab it, don't pull too hard.

[@red-man7017]

Just a question: Aren't apple snails able to change sex?

[@aminzarei8078]

Thank you so much👍👍👍

[@capric4545]

Will snail sinking pellets already have calcium in them?

[@kaylaschmidt5543]

Is it fine to have one snail and no fish?

[@jeremyblackwater439]

Yes

[@sarahschaedel5450]

Question.... just noticed my apple snails foot is turning white around the edges. Any ideas why or how I could help him?

[@scottwpilgrim]

Calcium deficiency maybe. Have you tried snail jello? You can find a recipe online.

[@soolly357]

I bought 2 & they started to mate.. I was a bit surprised. Now thier are about 3 baby ones in the tank.

[@spookiestgecko]

So what about if I put them with my really small red eared slider? Or would they get eaten?

[@myaquariuminfo]

Pretty sure they would get eaten!😬

[@momosoto2523]

How would I give my snails the cuttlebone? Take them out of the water

[@IsaMariaUu]

Apple snails poop a lot. For one snail, their aquarium needs to be cleaned AT LEAST once a week.

[@shreddedcarrots5404]

aw man

[@gonzo710]

I dont know about that, just get some malaysian trumpet snails they keep the shit down but breed a lot

[@Milwaukeefishtank]

This is completely wrong

[@ashtoncos6815]

Hi, recently my apple snail has been resting at the bottom of my tank half out of its shell. It is alive and moving around in the day but I’m just a little concerned. Anyone have any idea what’s going on?

[@Mechanic_and_customizer]

Does salt good for them

[@christiancorvus3041]

One of my apple snails flesh is turning yellow. Is it a sign of disease?

[@KatieDe_G]

These can carry rat lung lungworm, and their bright pink egg casings have a neurotoxin. Not saying don't keep them as pets, just be careful

[@Herenciaa]

Correct me if I'm wrong but I heard somewhere that putting velcro on the inside edge of the aquarium can stop snails from escaping (we're getting a snail next week and I want to make sure)

[@mayak9086]

Just be careful bc the edges might puncture vulnurable skin

[@caviteboi15]

How do you know that it is gonna lay eggs

[@OceanLife6977]

Great video and info bud!

[@Coyoteari]

Is the “one snail per gallon” rule still true if you only have snails in the tank? Or just if it has fish as well?

[@randomperson6087]

Probably, because snails occupy spaces that fish don’t; the walls and bottom

[@trenapatzer3631]

Can I put this calcium stone in my betta tank? Will it make my water cloudy?

[@broccoligirl9019]

Can these apple snails be kept with nerites ?

[@laney888]

i got a snail today he is so cute but idk how to feed it. he is living with my betta though so i’m thinking he will just eat algae and leftover food but i want to have other things to feed him if i need it also we put eggshells in the tank for calcium but i also have a cuttlebone if you’d recommend that more (the cuttlebone is for my birds)

[@cinezmartinez4949]

Do you feed daily?

[@bradrawlings9162]

Does the Apple Snail need to eat the cuttlebone for calcium or can it be crushed and sprinkled in the aquarium?

[@PowerandLuxury]

Yes

[@soumya7234]

Is it freshwater?

[@LivSoulfully]

I just got an apple snail a few weeks ago. He just sucked himself up in his shell and locked himself in. I think this is normal? Or is he not well ?

[@marywayne99]

Liv Lowery I’m trying to figure this out too! Mine is doing the same. Did yours die??

[@thirdaquino566]

Do they eat aquatic plants?

[@ShedaBeada]

Definitely appreciated this video 📹. Thank you 😊

[@marywayne99]

My mystery snail won’t eat! And is pretty far in his shell. He hasn’t moved for the last 8 hours. What can I do??

[@mraquatic9099]

Thanks for the informations!

[@honkhonk8263]

Ok, I know Bettas like to eat eggs. If you kept the snails with Bettas, would they keep the eggs down?

[@myaquariuminfo]

The eggs are laid above the water line so they wouldn't be able to get to them 👍

[@marck4365]

Could a few of these be kept alone in a small maybe 2 gallon tank????

[@gsquestionz]

Mark Cusack yes, if you want them to breed but if you don’t want them to breed then get different species of snails

[@jaidderamus2655]

How many snails do you think would go into a 2 gallon? Snails only

[@myaquariuminfo]

Only snails? Maybe 6 or 8 max but be careful as they breed easily!

[@oliviajohann7839]

How do u use the cuddle bone?

[@gautamdikshit9888]

Hey.. It's highly unlikely that I will get cuttlebones at my local fish store. Is there any other way I can add calcium to their diet? Great video btw!!

[@M0on_L1gh7]

You can try calcium pills for turtles

[@KatieDe_G]

Egg shells! Make sure to wash the shells really well and take off the inside lining

[@layhliajoneson1786]

I need some help! My snail shells has a whole in it and looks bad. What am I’m not doing right?

[@Choparoo]

to keep the apple snail shell from breaking and getting holes in it you need to make sure they are getting calcium,. Egg shells or cuttlefish bone has all the calcium they need hope this helps you

[@ItsWickyy]

My snail has not got out of its shell it’s been 2 and half days it popped its head out but got scared of my Corry and I see its body a little coming out of the shell it’s smell normal because I have been taking it out and in recently should I be worried

[@priyankajoshi6949]

Do assassin snails eat/kill apple snails?

[@catherinefahmy7633]

so my apple snail will do this thing where she'll "sleep" if the water gets to cold. I've notice she does this more and more and I'm concerned that my heater is broken. also, how often should I feed her and is it ok to give her pieces of softened cucumber? i saw someone feed it to their fish and snails on yt once and wanted to try it

[@sierralovat5498]

My snail would do this too. try and fix your heater or get a new one or else your snail will get sick and die. once a week drop a pellet or two so your snail can munch on it. soften zucchini can be a snack but not a meal and only a small peice. too much could cause a fungal/bacteria outbreak. see if your snails and fish like it. Happy fish keeping 🐠🐌

[@brendakap5406]

I want to buy same of your Apple snails please tell me how I pay to you