Mysterious Snail

[JemZ]

Hi everyone!

I was looking in one of my tanks this morning and all small "thing" on the inside of the aquarium. I looked closer and saw that it was some kind of snail. I have no idea how he got in there, but I assume he came with one of the plants I bought about 2 weeks ago and invited himself into my aquarium. I have no clue regarding snails so I wanted to see if anyone could shed some light on whether he is ok to have in the tank or not.

Here are some pictures and a video of him/her:

 

[CassCats]

Bladder snail, will breed easily

 

[ClownLurch]

Peter Andre?

 

[JemZ]

It's only a 6.5/7 gallon tank, I'm not sure I want a whole bunch of snails in there. Any tips on how should I get rid of it, or should I?

 

[Utar]

It's only a 6.5/7 gallon tank, I'm not sure I want a whole bunch of snails in there. Any tips on how should I get rid of it, or should I?

For start I would pick any out that you can see, if you haven't already. One natural way is to get some Assassin Snails. The snails are harmless and other then becoming a pest by over multiplying they are beneficial to your aquarium.

 

[Colin_T]

Take them out manually and squash them or chuck them on the garden. They will dry out and die in the garden.

 

[PheonixKingZ]

I concur - bladder snail. Not harmful but can overpopulate very quickly.

If you do not want to have snails, throw it outside or squish it.

 

[raylove]

Squash against the glass and your fish will eat them.