GREEN Rabbit Snails 2cm

Description

Green Rabbit Snail (Tylomelania sp.)

Unusual, peaceful and packed with personality, the Green Rabbit Snail is a fascinating freshwater snail from the Tylomelania group. With its elongated spiral shell, distinctive rabbit-like face and unusual green-toned body colouration, this Sulawesi snail is a standout addition for aquarists wanting something far more interesting than the average aquarium snail.

Quick Facts

  • Scientific name: Tylomelania sp.
  • Common name: Green Rabbit Snail
  • Origin: Sulawesi, Indonesia
  • Current size: Size varies between individuals
  • Adult size: Approximately 5–10 cm depending on species/form
  • Tank size: 40L+ recommended
  • Difficulty: 🟑 Easy to Moderate
  • Temperament: Completely peaceful
  • Best kept: Individually or in groups in mature, stable aquariums

Is this for you?

βœ”οΈ Perfect if:

  • You enjoy unusual freshwater snails and invertebrates.
  • You want a peaceful inhabitant with plenty of personality.
  • You have a mature aquarium with stable water conditions.
  • You keep shrimp, peaceful community fish or other compatible snails.
  • You want a snail that reproduces slowly rather than exploding in population.

❌ Avoid if:

  • Your aquarium is newly established or unstable.
  • You keep snail-eating fish such as many puffers or large loaches.
  • Your water is extremely soft and acidic.
  • You use copper-based medications in the aquarium.

Why choose Green Rabbit Snails?

Rabbit Snails are unlike almost any other freshwater snail commonly kept in aquariums. Their long, spiralled shells and extended faces give them an almost prehistoric appearance, while their slow, deliberate movements make them surprisingly entertaining to watch.

Green Rabbit Snails add another dimension with their distinctive green-toned body colouration, creating an unusual contrast against their darker shell.

They spend much of their time moving across the substrate, rocks and driftwood searching for biofilm, algae and leftover foods. Unlike pest snails that can reproduce rapidly, Tylomelania reproduce very slowly, making their population considerably easier to manage.

Benefits

  • Unique green-toned body colouration
  • Distinctive elongated spiral shell
  • Peaceful and shrimp compatible
  • Grazes biofilm, soft algae and leftover foods
  • Slow reproduction compared with common pest snails
  • Fascinating behaviour and plenty of personality
  • Excellent feature in planted and invertebrate aquariums

Care made simple

  • Temperature: Approximately 24–29Β°C
  • pH: Approximately 7.2–8.2
  • Diet: Algae wafers, sinking foods, biofilm, blanched vegetables and specialised snail or shrimp foods
  • Water: Clean, stable and mineral-rich
  • Substrate: Fine sand or smooth substrate is preferred
  • Setup: Mature aquarium with driftwood, rocks and established biofilm
  • Provide adequate calcium and minerals to support healthy shell development.
  • Avoid copper-based medications, which can be highly toxic to freshwater snails.

Pairs perfectly with

  • Caridina Shrimp
  • Neocaridina Shrimp
  • Otocinclus
  • Peaceful small community fish
  • Other non-aggressive freshwater snails
NTA Insight:
Rabbit Snails are not just another clean-up crew animal. They are worth keeping as feature inhabitants in their own right. Their unusual face, long shell and slow exploratory behaviour give them far more character than many people expect from a snail. Keep the water mineral-rich and stable, supplement their diet rather than expecting them to survive purely on algae, and they can become one of the most interesting residents in your aquarium.

FAQ

Why are they called Rabbit Snails?

The name comes from their distinctive elongated head and drooping tentacles, which give them a rabbit-like appearance as they move around the aquarium.

Do Green Rabbit Snails eat algae?

Yes. They graze on biofilm and some soft algae, but they should not be purchased solely as an algae-control solution. A healthy diet should also include sinking foods, algae wafers and suitable vegetables.

Will Rabbit Snails reproduce out of control?

No. Rabbit Snails reproduce much more slowly than common pest snails. They give birth to a small number of live young rather than laying large masses of eggs throughout the aquarium.

Can Green Rabbit Snails live with shrimp?

Yes. Rabbit Snails are peaceful and generally make excellent companions for freshwater shrimp, provided their water requirements are compatible.

Will they eat my aquarium plants?

Healthy plants are generally left alone, although Rabbit Snails may graze dying or damaged plant material. Hungry individuals may also investigate softer vegetation, so regular supplementary feeding is recommended.

Why is my Rabbit Snail not moving?

Rabbit Snails can remain inactive for extended periods, particularly after transport or changes in water conditions. However, prolonged inactivity should prompt you to check temperature, water quality and whether the snail is responding normally.

Why is calcium important?

Calcium and other minerals are required to maintain healthy shell growth. Very soft or acidic water can gradually erode the shell and should be avoided.

How long do Rabbit Snails live?

With stable water conditions, appropriate mineral levels and a varied diet, Rabbit Snails can live for several years.

Are Green Rabbit Snails safe with fish?

They are safe with peaceful community fish, but should not be housed with species known to attack or eat snails, including many puffers and some loaches.

GREEN Rabbit Snails 2cm

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    Description

    Green Rabbit Snail (Tylomelania sp.)

    Unusual, peaceful and packed with personality, the Green Rabbit Snail is a fascinating freshwater snail from the Tylomelania group. With its elongated spiral shell, distinctive rabbit-like face and unusual green-toned body colouration, this Sulawesi snail is a standout addition for aquarists wanting something far more interesting than the average aquarium snail.

    Quick Facts

    • Scientific name: Tylomelania sp.
    • Common name: Green Rabbit Snail
    • Origin: Sulawesi, Indonesia
    • Current size: Size varies between individuals
    • Adult size: Approximately 5–10 cm depending on species/form
    • Tank size: 40L+ recommended
    • Difficulty: 🟑 Easy to Moderate
    • Temperament: Completely peaceful
    • Best kept: Individually or in groups in mature, stable aquariums

    Is this for you?

    βœ”οΈ Perfect if:

    • You enjoy unusual freshwater snails and invertebrates.
    • You want a peaceful inhabitant with plenty of personality.
    • You have a mature aquarium with stable water conditions.
    • You keep shrimp, peaceful community fish or other compatible snails.
    • You want a snail that reproduces slowly rather than exploding in population.

    ❌ Avoid if:

    • Your aquarium is newly established or unstable.
    • You keep snail-eating fish such as many puffers or large loaches.
    • Your water is extremely soft and acidic.
    • You use copper-based medications in the aquarium.

    Why choose Green Rabbit Snails?

    Rabbit Snails are unlike almost any other freshwater snail commonly kept in aquariums. Their long, spiralled shells and extended faces give them an almost prehistoric appearance, while their slow, deliberate movements make them surprisingly entertaining to watch.

    Green Rabbit Snails add another dimension with their distinctive green-toned body colouration, creating an unusual contrast against their darker shell.

    They spend much of their time moving across the substrate, rocks and driftwood searching for biofilm, algae and leftover foods. Unlike pest snails that can reproduce rapidly, Tylomelania reproduce very slowly, making their population considerably easier to manage.

    Benefits

    • Unique green-toned body colouration
    • Distinctive elongated spiral shell
    • Peaceful and shrimp compatible
    • Grazes biofilm, soft algae and leftover foods
    • Slow reproduction compared with common pest snails
    • Fascinating behaviour and plenty of personality
    • Excellent feature in planted and invertebrate aquariums

    Care made simple

    • Temperature: Approximately 24–29Β°C
    • pH: Approximately 7.2–8.2
    • Diet: Algae wafers, sinking foods, biofilm, blanched vegetables and specialised snail or shrimp foods
    • Water: Clean, stable and mineral-rich
    • Substrate: Fine sand or smooth substrate is preferred
    • Setup: Mature aquarium with driftwood, rocks and established biofilm
    • Provide adequate calcium and minerals to support healthy shell development.
    • Avoid copper-based medications, which can be highly toxic to freshwater snails.

    Pairs perfectly with

    • Caridina Shrimp
    • Neocaridina Shrimp
    • Otocinclus
    • Peaceful small community fish
    • Other non-aggressive freshwater snails
    NTA Insight:
    Rabbit Snails are not just another clean-up crew animal. They are worth keeping as feature inhabitants in their own right. Their unusual face, long shell and slow exploratory behaviour give them far more character than many people expect from a snail. Keep the water mineral-rich and stable, supplement their diet rather than expecting them to survive purely on algae, and they can become one of the most interesting residents in your aquarium.

    FAQ

    Why are they called Rabbit Snails?

    The name comes from their distinctive elongated head and drooping tentacles, which give them a rabbit-like appearance as they move around the aquarium.

    Do Green Rabbit Snails eat algae?

    Yes. They graze on biofilm and some soft algae, but they should not be purchased solely as an algae-control solution. A healthy diet should also include sinking foods, algae wafers and suitable vegetables.

    Will Rabbit Snails reproduce out of control?

    No. Rabbit Snails reproduce much more slowly than common pest snails. They give birth to a small number of live young rather than laying large masses of eggs throughout the aquarium.

    Can Green Rabbit Snails live with shrimp?

    Yes. Rabbit Snails are peaceful and generally make excellent companions for freshwater shrimp, provided their water requirements are compatible.

    Will they eat my aquarium plants?

    Healthy plants are generally left alone, although Rabbit Snails may graze dying or damaged plant material. Hungry individuals may also investigate softer vegetation, so regular supplementary feeding is recommended.

    Why is my Rabbit Snail not moving?

    Rabbit Snails can remain inactive for extended periods, particularly after transport or changes in water conditions. However, prolonged inactivity should prompt you to check temperature, water quality and whether the snail is responding normally.

    Why is calcium important?

    Calcium and other minerals are required to maintain healthy shell growth. Very soft or acidic water can gradually erode the shell and should be avoided.

    How long do Rabbit Snails live?

    With stable water conditions, appropriate mineral levels and a varied diet, Rabbit Snails can live for several years.

    Are Green Rabbit Snails safe with fish?

    They are safe with peaceful community fish, but should not be housed with species known to attack or eat snails, including many puffers and some loaches.

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    Why do livestock prices sometimes change?

    Unlike manufactured products, fish and shrimp continue to grow and develop over time. Their value changes as they increase in size, develop colour, or become breeding pairs.

    Our prices are based on the current size, quality and availability of each specimen. While pricing often remains stable for around 3–4 months, it may be updated at any time to reflect these changes.

    We always aim to offer healthy, high-quality livestock at fair and competitive prices.

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    In the rare event of DOA, please contact us promptly with clear photos of the livestock in the original unopened bag.

    Please review our full DOA and store policies before purchase.

    Can you ship to all states in Australia?

    No. Due to state restrictions, we cannot ship livestock or live plants to WA and TAS.

    What should I check before ordering?

    Before placing an order, make sure:

    • Your tank is fully cycled and stable
    • Your aquarium has enough space for the species
    • Your current livestock are compatible in temperament, size, and requirements
    • Your water parameters, habitat, and temperature suit the species
    • You are not adding too many fish at once
    What should I expect when my fish arrives?

    It is normal for fish, shrimp, or snails to look pale, stressed, or less active after shipping.

    This is temporary. Most livestock will settle and regain colour within a few days.

    How long does it take for fish to settle in?

    Most livestock will take 3–7 days to fully adjust to their new environment.

    Should I feed my fish immediately after arrival?

    No. We recommend waiting 24 hours before feeding to allow them to settle.

    If you already have fish in your tank, feeding them before introducing new arrivals can help reduce stress.

    Why do fish sometimes struggle after being added to a tank?

    In most cases, issues are caused by tank conditions, not shipping.

    • Uncycled or unstable tanks
    • Poor water parameters
    • Overstocking
    • Unsuitable tank mates
    What is Nano Tanks Australia’s main tip for new livestock?

    Most livestock losses happen in immature or unstable tanks, not during shipping.

    If your setup is not fully established, the risk to new arrivals is significantly higher.

    Not sure if this fish is right for your setup?

    If you are unsure whether this species suits your setup, contact us before ordering and we’ll help point you in the right direction.

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