Cinnebuns Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 I'm trying to decide if I want a couple rabbit snails but finding some conflicting info. I'm mostly wondering if they eat live plants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfish Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 Gotta Catch 'Em All! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnebuns Posted August 12, 2022 Author Share Posted August 12, 2022 On 8/12/2022 at 5:16 PM, redfish said: Gotta Catch 'Em All! I have a serious problem. We need to start a 12 step program. Would you believe that just 4 months ago I was against putting snails in my tanks at all? A friend convinced me I needed rabbit snails. He's an enabler. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfish Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 I think I'm heading to a new LFS today. 😬 Although not really Local since I don't have anything near me. I'm just looking, I hope. 🤣 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flumpweesel Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 Personally I'm drawn to ramshorns. But so far I only have the teeny tiny ones. But isn't this getting you side tracked from the nerite project? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnebuns Posted August 12, 2022 Author Share Posted August 12, 2022 On 8/12/2022 at 5:37 PM, Flumpweesel said: Personally I'm drawn to ramshorns. But so far I only have the teeny tiny ones. But isn't this getting you side tracked from the nerite project? I already have ramshorns and yes it is haha. My friend convinced me that I need them to stir my substrate. But nerites burrow too. Maybe I just need more nerites! On 8/12/2022 at 5:37 PM, Flumpweesel said: Personally I'm drawn to ramshorns. Here is some of my ramshorns Brown Red/pink Purple Blue Ivory 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 On 8/12/2022 at 6:28 PM, Cinnebuns said: I have a serious problem. We need to start a 12 step program. Would you believe that just 4 months ago I was against putting snails in my tanks at all? A friend convinced me I needed rabbit snails. He's an enabler. The first step is admitting you have a problem. Don't be afraid. Just get more 🐌 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laritheloud Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 (edited) I have tried all kinds of snails! Different species of nerites, rabbit snails, cappuccino spike snails, mystery snails, ramshorn snails, bladder snails, pond snails, malaysian trumpet snails, Columbian Giant Ramshorn Snail.... Of all of them, my favorites are Rabbit Snails and Columbian Giant Ramshorn Snails. They have lived the longest by far (other than my nerites who are good ol' reliable snails that keep on trucking, expecially the spiked ones). I started with a group of 3 adult rabbit snails and they actually bred in my tank. I don't have the original 3 anymore, but their 3 babies have been with me for a full year and are only one inch long (!). They're active and they have adorable snoots, I definitely recommend them. As far as plant-eating goes, it's a mixed bag. If they are very hungry they will munch on more delicate fronds; the adults did, anyway. DEFINITELY do not try any banana plants. The adult rabbits ate the banana plant, bananas and all. That said, my babies haven't made a dent in my plants. IMO, the younger the snail the better luck you'll have. Keep them fed and they really shouldn't cause much damage, but be prepared in case they do eat a few plants. Columbian Giant Ramshorns are a different story. My singular Columbian Giant Ramshorn annihilates plants. Lilies, crypts, anubias, vallisneria, nothing is safe. The only plants I can keep in her tank (I named her Paola and know she's a she because she laid eggs) are anacharis and water lettuce/duckweed. She can't eat them fast enough to eradicate them, lol! Edited August 12, 2022 by laritheloud 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnimalNerd98 Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 In addition to banana plants, I have heard that they will eat Java ferns. I have never seen this myself since I always kept Java ferns in a different tank. All my other plants (Val, crypts, dwarf sag, PSO, Ludwigia repens, Anubias, Buce, and Subwassertang) have all held up with 3+ adult rabbits in my 20 gallon. I do kept them well-fed though with green beans, algae tablets, and Repashy foods. I highly recommend them. I just love watching them nom and when you find little babies, your heart instantly melts. There are also quite a few color varieties so you can try to catch ‘em all 🙂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laritheloud Posted August 13, 2022 Share Posted August 13, 2022 @AnimalNerd98 I have Java Fern in my tank and they actually haven't eaten mine. Your Mileage May Vary. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfish Posted August 13, 2022 Share Posted August 13, 2022 Visited the new lfs. They have a good selection of fish and invertebrates. I asked about them having mystery snails and the response was he can't get them. Apple snails are invasive here. They have rabbit snails and nerites though! Lot's of different colors/varieties. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnebuns Posted August 13, 2022 Author Share Posted August 13, 2022 On 8/12/2022 at 9:20 PM, redfish said: Visited the new lfs. They have a good selection of fish and invertebrates. I asked about them having mystery snails and the response was he can't get them. Apple snails are invasive here. They have rabbit snails and nerites though! Lot's of different colors/varieties. Is that Maine by chance? Ik most states list them as invasive but not illegal but Maine tends to be more strict. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfish Posted August 13, 2022 Share Posted August 13, 2022 Louisiana @Cinnebuns. Seems they are spreading everywhere but are illegal to collect or sell. I might have to keep my eyes open while out exploring. 🤷♂️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flumpweesel Posted August 13, 2022 Share Posted August 13, 2022 On 8/13/2022 at 3:20 AM, redfish said: Apple snails are invasive here They are banned in the EU as well. Although they have now made a return to the British market. The EU ban was due to them causing havoc in the Spanish sewer system. I think we get cold enough to prevent them naturalising here. Or it's just a post Brexit window in legislation. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chick-In-Of-TheSea Posted August 13, 2022 Share Posted August 13, 2022 On 8/12/2022 at 5:54 PM, Cinnebuns said: I'm trying to decide if I want a couple rabbit snails but finding some conflicting info. I'm mostly wondering if they eat live plants. They eat Java fern. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnlyGenusCaps Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 On 8/12/2022 at 4:54 PM, Cinnebuns said: I'm mostly wondering if they eat live plants. Mine haven't eaten anything I've had in the years I've owned them. But, I've not put them with java fern, so there is that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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