Our Guide To Keeping Malaysian Trumpet Snail

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Melanoides tuberculata
   • Common name: Malaysian Trumpet Snail
   • Family: Thiaridae
   • Origin: Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia
   • Adult length: Varies, typically up to 2 cm
   • Lifespan: 1 to 2 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Malaysian Trumpet Snails are adaptable and can thrive in various tank sizes. They appreciate tanks with substrate that allows burrowing, such as sand or fine gravel.
   • Provide hiding places like driftwood, rocks, or clay pots for them to retreat into during the day.

3. Water Parameters:

   • They can tolerate a wide range of water conditions but prefer slightly alkaline to neutral water with a pH between 7.0 and 8.0.
   • Keep the water temperature between 22 to 28°C (72 to 82°F).

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • A moderate water flow is suitable for Malaysian Trumpet Snails. Ensure the filter intake is covered to prevent them from getting sucked in.

5. Diet:

   • They are detritivores and primarily feed on algae, detritus, and leftover fish food. A tank with natural algae growth provides a good food source.
   • Supplement their diet with sinking algae wafers or blanched vegetables like zucchini or cucumber.

6. Tank mates:

   • Malaysian Trumpet Snails are peaceful and can be kept with a wide range of community fish, including small tetras, rasboras, livebearers, and peaceful dwarf cichlids.
   • They help in maintaining the substrate by burrowing and consuming debris, benefiting the overall tank ecosystem.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • They are nocturnal and often burrow into the substrate during the day, emerging at night to forage.
   • They reproduce readily but are generally beneficial in controlling algae and aerating the substrate.