Introduction
If you’re considering adding a mystery snail to your aquarium, you may be wondering if they will be safe to keep with your anubias. The answer is yes, but with a few caveats. Mystery snails are typically considered safe to keep with anubias, but they can cause damage if they’re not fed properly. In this article, we’ll explain why and how to keep your mystery snail and anubias safe.
What Is Anubias?
Anubias is a genus of aquatic plants that are popular in aquariums. They are native to tropical and subtropical areas of the world and are known for their low maintenance requirements. Anubias are called “evergreen” plants, meaning they stay green year-round. They are available in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors and can be planted in the substrate or attached to rocks or driftwood. Anubias are slow-growing and can be kept in a variety of water conditions.
Mystery Snails
Mystery snails are a type of freshwater snail that are popular in aquariums. These snails are typically very peaceful and can be kept in a variety of conditions. They are often kept as part of a community tank and are considered to be relatively low maintenance. Mystery snails can be identified by their large, dark-colored shells and their tendency to explore the aquarium, often coming to the surface to feed.
Do Mystery Snails Eat Anubias?
In general, mystery snails will not eat anubias. The leaves of anubias are typically too tough for mystery snails to chew through. However, mystery snails can cause damage to anubias if they are not fed properly. If a mystery snail is not given enough food, it may start to chew on the leaves of anubias in search of food. This can lead to the leaves being damaged or eaten, so it's important to make sure that your mystery snail is being fed properly.
How To Keep Mystery Snails and Anubias Together
If you want to keep a mystery snail and anubias together in your aquarium, there are a few things you can do to make sure they coexist peacefully. First, make sure that your mystery snail is being fed a balanced diet. A balanced diet should include a variety of foods such as algae wafers, blanched vegetables, and other sinking pellets. This will ensure that your mystery snail is getting the nutrition it needs and will not be tempted to chew on the anubias.
Conclusion
In conclusion, mystery snails and anubias can coexist peacefully if the mystery snail is fed properly. Make sure your mystery snail is being given a balanced diet, and monitor its behavior to make sure it is not trying to chew on the anubias. With the proper care and attention, you can keep a mystery snail and anubias in your aquarium without any problems.
Resources:
Mystery Snail Care Guide - https://www.thesprucepets.com/mystery-snail-care-1377347
Anubias Care Guide - https://www.thesprucepets.com/anubias-care-1378777