{"id":25691,"date":"2026-03-14T11:03:38","date_gmt":"2026-03-14T11:03:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=25691"},"modified":"2026-03-14T11:04:39","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T11:04:39","slug":"blue-ramshorn-snail-planorbella-duryi-2cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=blue-ramshorn-snail-planorbella-duryi-2cm","title":{"rendered":"Blue Ramshorn Snail Planorbella Duryi 2cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"153\"><strong data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"151\">Blue Ramshorn Snail (<em data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"148\">Planorbella duryi<\/em>)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"425\"><strong data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"168\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"171\" \/>The Blue Ramshorn Snail is a visually striking freshwater snail known for its flat, spiral-shaped shell with unique blue-grey tones. Its peaceful nature and algae-grazing habits make it both decorative and practical for planted and community aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"597\"><strong data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"438\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"441\" \/>Native to North and Central America, <em data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"497\">Planorbella duryi<\/em> is commonly found in slow-moving rivers, ponds, and freshwater habitats with abundant vegetation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"813\"><strong data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"611\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"614\" \/>Omnivorous. Feeds on algae, biofilm, decaying plant matter, and leftover fish food. Supplement with algae wafers or blanched vegetables such as zucchini, spinach, or cucumber for optimal nutrition.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"847\"><strong data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"845\">Tank \/ Setup Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"1038\">\n<li data-section-id=\"yujcqu\" data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"892\">\n<p data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"892\">Minimum tank size: 20 litres (5 gallons)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1twepbz\" data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"938\">\n<p data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"938\">Suitable for planted tanks and aquascapes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1m99710\" data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"998\">\n<p data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"998\">Provide hiding spots using rocks, driftwood, and plants<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ic26vz\" data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1038\">\n<p data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1038\">Stable water parameters recommended<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1190\"><strong data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1055\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1058\" \/>Compatible with peaceful community aquariums, shrimp, and other invertebrates. Avoid snail-eating fish such as puffers or loaches.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1372\"><strong data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1206\">Behaviour:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1209\" \/>Peaceful and slow-moving. Spends most of its time grazing on surfaces and helping keep the tank clean. Ramshorn snails reproduce readily in favorable conditions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1507\"><strong data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1395\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1398\" \/>Beginner friendly. Hardy and easy to maintain, making them suitable for both new and experienced aquarists.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1532\"><strong data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1530\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1676\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1dkeoie\" data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1567\">\n<p data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1567\">Temperature: 20\u201328\u00b0C (68\u201382\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"vr2unm\" data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1583\">\n<p data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1583\">pH: 6.5\u20138.0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1xae20w\" data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1610\">\n<p data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1610\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1b6kuqb\" data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1676\">\n<p data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1676\">Hardness: Moderate to hard water preferred for shell strength<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1719\"><strong data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1687\">Size:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1690\" \/>Typically 1.5\u20132 cm at sale.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Blue Ramshorn Snail (Planorbella duryi) Overview:The Blue Ramshorn Snail is a visually striking freshwater snail known for its flat, spiral-shaped shell with unique blue-grey tones. 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