Mystery snails are a type of freshwater snail that is popular in the aquarium trade. They are often purchased as pets but they can also be used for pest control in freshwater aquariums. Mystery snails are native to Africa and Asia but they have been introduced to other parts of the world such as North America.
Mystery snails are scavengers and will eat just about anything. They are especially fond of algae but they will also consume fish food plant matter and detritus. Mystery snails are not considered to be a major pest in the aquarium trade but they can become a nuisance if their population is not kept in check.
If you are keeping mystery snails as pets it is important to provide them with a variety of food sources. This can be accomplished by adding algae sheets or tablets to the tank as well as offering them a variety of vegetables and fruits. Mystery snails are especially fond of cucumbers zucchini and squash. It is also a good idea to supplement their diet with a high-quality aquarium fish food.
What do mystery snails eat?
Mystery snails are scavengers and will eat just about anything.
This includes dead plants algae and sinking fish food pellets.
