X xoedusk Fishaholic Joined Sep 7, 2006 Messages 437 Reaction score 2 Location Seattle, WA U.S.A. Nov 14, 2006 #1 Anyone know of a snail that (1) won't reproduce on its own; i.e. non-hermaphrodite, and (2) won't be attacked by a betta? I know apple snails need partners to reproduce, but I think bettas like them for lunch.
Anyone know of a snail that (1) won't reproduce on its own; i.e. non-hermaphrodite, and (2) won't be attacked by a betta? I know apple snails need partners to reproduce, but I think bettas like them for lunch.
J jfeld New Member Joined Aug 9, 2006 Messages 51 Reaction score 0 Nov 15, 2006 #2 I am no snail expert, but I believe all types are hermaphroditic. The only way to keep them from reproducing for sure is to only have one.
I am no snail expert, but I believe all types are hermaphroditic. The only way to keep them from reproducing for sure is to only have one.
OP OP X xoedusk Fishaholic Joined Sep 7, 2006 Messages 437 Reaction score 2 Location Seattle, WA U.S.A. Nov 15, 2006 #3 No, not all snails are. Apple snails come in male and female only varieties.
DiscusKeeper403 . Joined Aug 20, 2006 Messages 4,502 Reaction score 1 Location Calgary Alberta Nov 15, 2006 #4 I think a big mystery snail will be good.