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Our Guide To Keeping Horned Pagoda Snail
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About Fish Species:
- Scientific name: Brotia pagodula
- Common name: Horned Pagoda Snail
- Family: Pachychilidae
- Origin: Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia
- Adult length: 2.5 - 3.5 cm
- Lifespan: 1 to 2 years
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Tank Setup:
- Horned Pagoda Snails prefer tanks with stable water parameters and a soft substrate to burrow into.
- They appreciate tanks with hiding spots such as caves, driftwood, and rock formations.
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Water Parameters:
- Horned Pagoda Snails thrive in slightly alkaline to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 7.0 to 8.0.
- Maintain the water temperature between 22 to 28°C (72 to 82°F).
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Filtration and Water Flow:
- A gentle water flow is suitable for Horned Pagoda Snails, so opt for a filter that provides gentle filtration.
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Diet:
- Horned Pagoda Snails are detritivores and algae eaters. They will graze on biofilm, algae, and leftover food in the tank.
- Supplement their diet with blanched vegetables like zucchini and cucumber, as well as algae wafers or pellets.
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Tank mates:
- Horned Pagoda Snails are peaceful and can be kept with other peaceful community fish such as small tetras, rasboras, and small to medium-sized peaceful cichlids.
- Avoid keeping them with aggressive or predatory fish that may harm or harass them.
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Behavior and Compatibility:
- Horned Pagoda Snails are nocturnal and spend much of their time burrowed in the substrate or hidden among decorations.
- They are compatible with a variety of tank mates but prefer stable and calm environments.