Blue Mystery Snail (Pomacea bridgesii)
The Blue Mystery Snail is one of the most popular and visually striking color morphs of Pomacea bridgesii. With a smooth steel-blue to slate-gray shell and a dark body, this snail brings cool-toned elegance to any freshwater setup. Its vibrant hue contrasts beautifully with green plants and darker substrates, making it a favorite among aquascapers and community tank keepers.
Beyond looks, these snails are fantastic algae grazers and substrate cleaners, helping maintain tank clarity without harming live plants or bothering tankmates.
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Beautiful blue-toned shell with dark body
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Peaceful, plant-safe, and shrimp-safe
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Helps reduce algae, leftover food, and detritus
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Easy to care for and long-lived
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Reproduces via eggs laid above the waterline — easy to manage
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Scientific Name: Pomacea bridgesii
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Water Parameters:
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pH: 7.0–8.0
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Temperature: 68–78°F (20–26°C)
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GH: 6–18 (calcium-rich water helps prevent shell erosion)
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Tank Size: 5+ gallons per snail
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Diet: Algae wafers, sinking pellets, blanched veggies (zucchini, spinach), calcium supplements
? These snails will occasionally surface to breathe through a siphon — completely normal behavior.
Boasting light baby blue shells and peaceful personalities, these snails are a great addition to planted tanks for their color and algae control! Like all snails in their family, these snails have siphons that they use to breathe air from the surface. They are easy to care for and can live between 1-3 years.
Max size: 2"
Minimum tank size: 5 gallons
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Tank buddies
got this little guy to be tank buddy with my betta fish, i see them getting along quite well. their about an inch size, the blue hue is quite mesmerizing.
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Beautiful
I love mystery and rabbit snails, Petzone has the best. And they ship with care!
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First time online buyer.
Great looking snail, delivered safely and well packaged.
