These are baby / Younger Rabbit Snails! Around 1.5” roughly.

Common Name: Rabbit Snail, Elephant Snail

Scientific Name: Tylomelania sp.

Wild Origin: Lakes and rivers in Sulawesi, Indonesia

Maximum Size:
Up to 4 inches (10 cm), depending on the species

Rabbit Snail Care

Tank Parameters Required:

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons (for small groups)

• pH: 7.0–8.2 (alkaline water preferred)

• gH: 8–20 (hard water)

• kH: 4–15

• TDS: 150–300

• Temperature: 24–30°C (75–86°F)

Behavior and Temperament:

Rabbit Snails are peaceful and slow-moving, making them excellent tankmates for community aquariums. They’re non-aggressive and can coexist with shrimp, small fish, and other snails. However, they may occasionally nibble on soft plants if food is scarce.

Diet and Feeding:

Rabbit Snails are omnivorous and primarily feed on algae, biofilm, and detritus. To supplement their diet:

• Offer sinking algae wafers, vegetable-based pellets, and blanched vegetables like zucchini or spinach.

• Calcium-rich foods are essential to maintain their shells—cuttlefish bone or calcium supplements can be added to the tank.

Tank Setup:

• Use fine sand or smooth gravel substrate to protect their delicate, elongated shells.

• Provide hiding spots with rocks, driftwood, and caves.

• Keep water well-oxygenated and clean, as Rabbit Snails are sensitive to poor water quality.

• Avoid copper-based medications or fertilizers, which are harmful to snails.

Breeding:

Rabbit Snails are livebearers, producing one or two juveniles at a time. They don’t overpopulate tanks like other snail species, making them an excellent choice for aquarists who want manageable snail populations.

Difficulty:

Easy – Ideal for beginners, but they do require stable water parameters and plenty of calcium to maintain their shells.

Interesting Notes:

• Rabbit Snails get their name from their rabbit-like head and slow, deliberate movements.

• They come in a variety of colors, including yellow, orange, black, and chocolate, depending on the species.

• These snails love to burrow in the substrate, so keep an eye out for their "peek-a-boo" moments!

• They help keep tanks clean by eating algae and leftover food, but they’re not as aggressive algae eaters as nerite snails.

Note: All images are for illustration purposes only. Variations in size and color may occur due to natural diversity in livestock.