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About Bumblebee Snail
Small spiral shell (typically 0.5–0.75 inches) with distinctive black and yellow/white banding that resembles a bumblebee pattern. Shell is compact and pointed, with a beige to tan base color crossed by dark bands.
Key facts
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.026
- Max Size
- 0.8
- Notes
- • Minimum 10 gallon tank • Reef-safe scavenger that eats detritus, leftover food, and some algae • Maintain temperature 72–78°F, pH 8.1–8.3, salinity 1.023–1.026 • Provide rock crevices and stable conditions; nocturnal but occasionally active during day • May be sensitive to sudden water changes; acclimate carefully
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region, including the Philippines, Indonesia, and Great Barrier Reef areas.
- Diet Details
- Carnivorous detritivore that feeds on uneaten food, decaying matter, and small invertebrates. Supplements with prepared meaty foods and occasional blanched vegetables.
- Category
- Cleaner
- Appearance Description
- Small spiral shell (typically 0.5–0.75 inches) with distinctive black and yellow/white banding that resembles a bumblebee pattern. Shell is compact and pointed, with a beige to tan base color crossed by dark bands.
- Min tank size
- 10 gallons
- Care Level
- Easy
- Family
- Engonellidae
- Compatibility
- Compatible with most reef tanks and peaceful fish. Should be housed with adequate hiding spaces to reduce stress and competition for food from other scavengers.
- Type
- Snail
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