Can Ramshorn Snail live with Oolong Shrimp?
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Why
- No overlapping pH: Ramshorn Snail wants 7–8 but Oolong Shrimp wants 5.8–6.8.
- No overlapping water hardness: Ramshorn Snail wants 6–16 dGH but Oolong Shrimp wants 0–4 dGH.
Side-by-side
| Ramshorn Snail | Oolong Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–82°F | 62–72°F |
| pH | 7–8 | 5.8–6.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–16 dGH | 0–4 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 1.2" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 10 gallons.
How to make it work
- Keep a large, established shrimp colony in a heavily planted tank with moss and cover so enough survive to breed.
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser → Aquarium Co-Op
Where to buy
- Ramshorn Snail: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Oolong 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 Ramshorn Snail · …with Oolong Shrimp