Our Guide To Keeping Chocolate Rabbit Snails

1. About Species:

   • Scientific name: Tylomelania zemis
   • Common name: Chocolate Rabbit Snail
   • Family: Pachychilidae
   • Origin: Sulawesi, Indonesia
   • Adult size: 5-8 cm
   • Lifespan: 3 to 5 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Chocolate Rabbit Snails thrive in tanks with a soft, sandy substrate and hard surfaces like rocks and driftwood for grazing and resting.
   • A minimum tank size of 30L is recommended to provide adequate space for their active foraging behavior.
   • They prefer stable, warmer water conditions and do well in low to moderate lighting to replicate their natural environment.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Maintain slightly alkaline water with a pH range of 7.5 to 8.5 to support shell health and prevent erosion.
   • Keep the water temperature between 24 to 30°C (75 to 86°F) to simulate their tropical habitat.

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • A gentle to moderate water flow is ideal, as it allows them to graze without disturbance.
   • Maintain high water quality, as Chocolate Rabbit Snails are sensitive to ammonia, nitrate, and pollutants.

5. Diet:

   • These snails are omnivores and primarily feed on algae, detritus, and biofilm found on surfaces within the tank.
   • Supplement their diet with sinking pellets, algae wafers, and blanched vegetables like cucumber or spinach for balanced nutrition.

6. Tank mates:

   • Chocolate Rabbit Snails are peaceful and compatible with other non-aggressive tank mates like small fish, shrimp, and other snails.
   • Avoid housing them with aggressive fish, particularly those that may prey on snails, such as loaches and certain cichlids.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • These snails are generally calm and spend most of their time grazing, contributing to a cleaner tank environment.
   • They reproduce slowly in aquariums, so there is minimal risk of overpopulation.