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Snails

Mystery Snail

Pomacea diffusa

Also known as

Spike-Topped Apple Snail

Care levelBeginner

Taxonomy

Description

Large, peaceful apple snail in many color morphs (yellow, ivory, blue, jade, black). Lays clutches above the waterline; remove them if you don't want offspring. Often confused with the invasive P. canaliculata but is a separate species.