{"id":25692,"date":"2026-03-14T11:03:38","date_gmt":"2026-03-14T11:03:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=25692"},"modified":"2026-03-14T11:04:41","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T11:04:41","slug":"hedgehog-thorny-tower-snail-thiara-scabra-2cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=hedgehog-thorny-tower-snail-thiara-scabra-2cm","title":{"rendered":"Hedgehog Thorny Tower Snail Thiara Scabra 2cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"161\"><strong data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"159\">Hedgehog Thorny Tower Snail (<em data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"156\">Thiara scabra<\/em>)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"490\"><strong data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"176\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"179\" \/>The Hedgehog Thorny Tower Snail is a unique freshwater snail known for its elongated, conical shell covered with small thorn-like projections, giving it a \u201chedgehog\u201d appearance. Its interesting texture and active grazing behaviour make it a striking and functional addition to planted and community aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"634\"><strong data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"503\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"506\" \/>Native to Southeast Asia, <em data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"547\">Thiara scabra<\/em> inhabits rivers, streams, and estuarine environments with sandy or muddy substrates.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"849\"><strong data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"648\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"651\" \/>Omnivorous. Feeds on algae, biofilm, detritus, and leftover fish food. Supplement with sinking pellets, algae wafers, or blanched vegetables such as zucchini or spinach if natural food is limited.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"883\"><strong data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"881\">Tank \/ Setup Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1115\">\n<li data-section-id=\"8ltpm\" data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"928\">\n<p data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"928\">Minimum tank size: 30 litres (8 gallons)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"chngx3\" data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"1000\">\n<p data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1000\">Sand or fine gravel substrate recommended for burrowing and grazing<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1m0lo6n\" data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1062\">\n<p data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1062\">Provide rocks, driftwood, and plants for grazing surfaces<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1azij8r\" data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1115\">\n<p data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1115\">Stable water conditions with moderate filtration<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1274\"><strong data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1132\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1135\" \/>Peaceful species compatible with small fish, shrimp, and other invertebrates. Avoid snail-eating fish such as puffers, loaches, or crabs.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1508\"><strong data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1290\">Behaviour:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1293\" \/>Active and slow-moving. Constantly grazes on algae and detritus. May occasionally burrow into the substrate. Reproduction typically occurs in freshwater, and they can establish colonies under favorable conditions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1632\"><strong data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1531\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1534\" \/>Beginner to intermediate. Hardy and easy to care for when maintained in stable water conditions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1657\"><strong data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1655\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1791\">\n<li data-section-id=\"bvipr\" data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1692\">\n<p data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1692\">Temperature: 22\u201328\u00b0C (72\u201382\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ptvgsf\" data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1708\">\n<p data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1708\">pH: 6.8\u20138.0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1xae20w\" data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1735\">\n<p data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1735\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"84psd2\" data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1791\">\n<p data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1791\">Hardness: Moderate to hard water for shell strength<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1832\"><strong data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1802\">Size:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1805\" \/>Typically 2\u20133 cm at sale.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hedgehog Thorny Tower Snail (Thiara scabra) Overview:The Hedgehog Thorny Tower Snail is a unique freshwater snail known for its elongated, conical shell covered with small thorn-like projections, giving it a \u201chedgehog\u201d appearance. Its interesting texture and active grazing behaviour make it a striking and functional addition to planted and community aquariums. 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