Orange Poso Rabbit Snail (Tylomelania gemmifera)

The Orange Poso Rabbit Snail is a stunning freshwater snail from the lakes of Sulawesi, Indonesia, known for its bright golden-orange body, elongated spiral shell, and signature “rabbit-ear” facial tentacles. Graceful and slow-moving, it brings a bold yet peaceful presence to planted aquariums and shrimp tanks. Unlike larger rabbit snails, this species stays moderately sized, making it a great fit for balanced community and invertebrate setups where personality matters more than speed.

How They Help Your Aquarium

Orange Poso Rabbit Snails are gentle grazers and natural scavengers.

• Graze on biofilm, soft algae, and detritus
• Help keep the substrate and hardscape clean
• Eat leftover food before it decomposes
• Completely plant-safe and shrimp-safe

They work slowly and deliberately, making them ideal for mature, stable aquariums.

Care & Tank Requirements

Rabbit snails prefer warm, mineral-rich water and steady conditions. They’re hardy once settled but do best in established tanks.

Tank Size

• Minimum: 10–20 gallons for a single snail
• Recommended: 20+ gallons for long-term stability or small groups

Water Parameters

These snails thrive in slightly alkaline, mineralized water similar to Neo-style or Sulawesi setups.

• Temperature: 74–84°F
• pH: 7.2–8.4
• GH: 6–12
• KH: 3–8
• TDS: ~150–250 ppm

Calcium and minerals are important for strong, smooth shell growth. Very soft or acidic water can cause shell wear over time. They do well in neocaridina paramaters

Setup Notes

• Soft sand or fine gravel substrate
• Provide driftwood, smooth rocks, and leaf litter
• Gentle to moderate flow with good oxygenation
• Avoid aggressive or snail-nipping tankmates

Diet

While they naturally graze throughout the tank, Orange Poso Rabbit Snails benefit from regular supplementation.

They eat:

• Biofilm and soft algae
• Sinking algae wafers or shrimp pellets
• Blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach, kale)
• Calcium-rich foods or cuttlebone

Feed lightly and remove leftovers to maintain water quality.

Breeding Information

Rabbit snails reproduce very slowly and are fascinating to watch.

• Livebearers that produce one fully formed baby at a time
• No larval stage and no risk of rapid population growth
• Breeding occurs naturally in stable, mineral-rich environments

This makes them ideal for aquariums where population control matters.

Compatibility

Orange Poso Rabbit Snails are peaceful and community-friendly.

Compatible with:

• Neocaridina shrimp
• Amano shrimp
• Small, peaceful community fish
• Other non-aggressive snails

Avoid loaches, puffers, crayfish, predatory fish, or fin-/tentacle-nippers.

Why Choose Orange Poso Rabbit Snails?

• Bright, eye-catching orange coloration
• Peaceful, shrimp-safe, and plant-safe
• Slow reproduction with live birth
• Great for planted and display aquascapes
• Adds calm movement and unique personality

If you’re looking for a standout centerpiece snail with vivid color and gentle behavior, the Orange Poso Rabbit Snail is a beautiful and rewarding addition to a well-maintained aquarium.