Can Giant Sulawesi Snail live with Snowball Shrimp?
Caution — with care
Why
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 7.8.
Sweet spot: both do well at 76–78°F and pH 7.8–7.8 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Giant Sulawesi Snail | Snowball Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–84°F | 65–78°F |
| pH | 7.8–8.5 | 6.5–7.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 10–20 dGH | 4–14 dGH |
| Adult size | 3" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 20 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Where to buy
- Giant Sulawesi Snail: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Snowball 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 Giant Sulawesi Snail · …with Snowball Shrimp