Spike-Topped Apple Snail
Asolene spixi — Small apple snail relative with a spiked shell. Unlike large apple snails, this species generally does not eat healthy plants — safe in planted tanks. Remains relatively small.
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Asolene spixi |
|---|---|
| Type | snail |
| Adult size | 1.5" |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal |
| Group size | 1+ |
| Temperament | peaceful |
| Temperature | 65-79°F |
| pH | 7.0-8.0 |
| GH | 5-15 |
| Diet | herbivore/omnivore — algae, detritus |
| Swimming zone | bottom |
| Care level | easy |
| Plant-safe | Yes |