Pest Snails in the Aquarium
For some people, pest snails are one of the most frustrating fish problems. Pest snails multiply quickly, which can make it hard to see your fish through the glass.
What are pest snails?
There are several different snail species that are considered pests in the aquarium. The most common ones that create Fish Problems are trumpet and ramshorn snails.
They are not directly harmful to your fish, however they can completely destroy any live plants that you may have. For the most part, these snails are considered pests for an aesthetic reason -- after all, an aquarium overrun with hundreds of snails is difficult to see into! They also increase the amount of waste put into the water since they consume large quantities of food continuously.
How to Get Rid of Pest Snails
Or at least reduce the number of snails in your fish tank!
2. Use vegetables to collect them.
3. Use snail-eating fish to your advantage.
There are quite a few different species of fish that enjoy eating pest snails. One of the most popular ones is the clown loach. However, keep in mind that clown loaches get pretty large so if you have a smaller tank you should pick a smaller species of loach. Please note that loaches are considered scaleless fish, so they cannot tolerate full doses of medication like your other fish.
Final Words on Pest Snails