Spixi Snail
Asolene spixii · family Ampullariidae
Also: Zebra Apple Snail
Parameters
- Temperature
- 20–26 °C
- pH
- 6.5–8
- Hardness
- 5–18 °dGH
- Tank volume
- from 40 L
- Maximum size
- up to 3 cm
- Group size
- min 2, ideal 4
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Lifespan
- 2–3 years
Pros and cons
- Controls pest snail populations
- Decorative zebra-striped pattern
- Doesn't breed explosively like apple snails
- Compatible with most fish
- May attack rabbit and nerite snails
- Don't keep with very small shrimp
- Needs calcium for shell
- Sometimes eats planaria — not a cure-all
Description
Spixi — a predatory apple snail that hunts other snails. Zebra black-and-gold pattern. An alternative to assassin snails for population control.
FAQ
- Spixi vs assassin snail — which is better for pest control?
- Spixi breeds slowly (good for small tanks) but is larger and more decorative. Assassin snails reproduce faster and are more efficient in big tanks. Spixi for looks + control; assassin for pure pest fighting.
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Sources
- Wikipedia: Asolene spixii · Wikipedia · 2026-05-22