Snail

Tylomelania sp. "Teufel"

Taxonomy

Phylum:: Mollusca
Subphylum:: Conchifera
Class:: Gastropoda
Order:: Sorbeoconcha
Family:: Pachychilidae
Genus:: Tylomelania

About the species

Key features:: The shell of Tylomelania "Teufel" is grey to brownish. The body is black, but its distinctive feature is its black tentacles.
Origin:: Indonesia

Tank

Nano tank:: No
Species tank:: No
Min. group:: 1 pcs

Plants

Plants in the tank:: Yes

Food and tankmates

Shrimp compatibility

Shrimp offspring

Dwarf shrimp

Amano shrimp

Safe medications

Fenbendazole (Panacur)

Breeding

Number of young:: 1
Frequency:: Every 6–8 weeks

Description

Tylomelania sp. "Teufel" is a must for any Sulawesi aquarium. It burrows in the substrate and feeds on detritus. It can also be kept successfully with shrimp that have the same water parameter requirements.

How breeding happens

The female releases 1 juvenile every 6–8 weeks.