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Re: Snails
Date: Sun, 12 Aug 2001 22:37:06 +0100 (BST)
From: daviduu at btinternet_com
To: killietalk at aka_org
Subject: Re: Snails
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> Is there any difference between Ramhorn snails and others (Apple, Silver,
> etc.) as far as using in tanks, especially fry tanks? How often do they
> reproduce once a larger size? Thanks Colleen
Most of the snails listed above are useful in fry tanks as they clear
some excess food. Apple snails are an old favourite and are used for
producing infusoria.
Breeding rates depend on the usual factors-temp., food supply etc.
Most people are more interested in removal of ramshorns etc rather
than production because they can be a problem in breeding setups as
they destroy eggs.Also the eggmass can be transferred on a net (by
accident) between tanks.
Dave Wood
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