Can Giant Sulawesi Snail live with Tiger Shrimp?
Caution — with care
Why
- No overlapping pH: Giant Sulawesi Snail wants 7.8–8.5 but Tiger Shrimp wants 6.2–7.2.
- No overlapping water hardness: Giant Sulawesi Snail wants 10–20 dGH but Tiger Shrimp wants 3–8 dGH.
- Only a narrow temperature overlap — keep both around 76–77°F.
Side-by-side
| Giant Sulawesi Snail | Tiger Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–84°F | 68–77°F |
| pH | 7.8–8.5 | 6.2–7.2 |
| Hardness (GH) | 10–20 dGH | 3–8 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
- 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 · An adjustable heater
Where to buy
- Giant Sulawesi Snail: buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm 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.
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