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Snails
Mystery Snail
Pomacea diffusa
Also known as
Spike-Topped Apple Snail
Care levelBeginner
Parameters
pH7–8
59
Temperature20–28 °C
1832
GH8–18 °dGH
018
KH5–12 °dKH
015
Adult size4–6 cm
015
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.
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