Can Pond Snail live with White Glove Shrimp?
Caution — with care
Why
- Only a narrow temperature overlap — keep both around 76–77°F.
Sweet spot: both do well at 76–77°F and pH 7.8–8.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Pond Snail | White Glove Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 50–77°F | 76–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–8.5 | 7.8–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 4–20 dGH | 8–18 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 1.2" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: An adjustable heater → Chewy
Where to buy
- Pond Snail: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- White Glove Shrimp: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
Build a full tank around this stocking →Everything compatible with Pond Snail · …with White Glove Shrimp