Our Guide To Keeping Piano Snail

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Clea helena
   • Common name: Piano Snail
   • Family: Buccinidae
   • Origin: Southeast Asia, specifically Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia
   • Adult length: Up to 2.5 cm (1 inch)
   • Lifespan: 1 to 2 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Piano Snails thrive in a tank with smooth substrate and plenty of hiding places like caves or dense vegetation.
   • They prefer stable water conditions and moderate water flow.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Maintain water temperature between 22 to 28°C (72 to 82°F) and a pH range of 7.0 to 8.0.
   • Provide good filtration to maintain water quality.

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Use a gentle filter to avoid strong currents, which can stress the Piano Snails.

5. Diet:

   • Piano Snails are carnivorous and feed on small snails, worms, and organic debris in the tank.
   • Supplement their diet with sinking pellets or algae wafers if live prey is not available.

6. Tank mates:

   • Piano Snails are generally peaceful but may prey on smaller snails. They can be kept with other peaceful community fish and snail species.
   • Avoid keeping them with large aggressive fish that may harm or eat them.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Piano Snails are nocturnal and spend much of their time scavenging for food.
   • They are generally compatible with peaceful tank mates but may be territorial towards other snails.