Bladder Snails

Bladder Snails are small, hardy freshwater snails that make excellent cleanup crews for any aquarium. Though often considered “pest snails,” they can actually be very beneficial—helping to eat leftover food, algae, and decaying plant matter while keeping your tank clean and balanced.

Care Level: Very Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Omnivore – eats algae, detritus, and leftover fish food
Tank Size: 1+ gallon
Temperature: 68–82°F
pH: 7.0–8.0
Hardness: Soft to hard water

Highlights:

• Excellent scavengers and algae cleaners

• Reproduce quickly, making them great live food for puffers and loaches

• Adaptable to a wide range of water conditions

• Small size makes them perfect for nano tanks or natural ecosystems

Perfect for: Natural aquariums, shrimp tanks, and hobbyists looking for a low-maintenance cleanup snail or live food culture.