Radix balthica

Quantity: 3

Quality: Tank bred under lab conditions.

Suitable for: Detritus and algae removal in community tank and pond, snail eating fish, crabs, crayfish, shrimp. Great for stabilizing Moina macrocopa and Daphnia magna cultures.

Nutritional values: A great source of protein, lipids, fibre, and carotenoids.

Difficulty level: Very easy

Food: Omnivore. Chlorella culture, spirulina, fish food, blanched vegetables, decaying plant matter…

Reproduction rate: Fast (Hermaphrodites. Eggs are laid in gelatinous cords).

Water parameters: Temperature 4°C to 30°C, pH 6,5-8,5.

Air pump: Not needed.

Lighting: Not needed.

Tank size: 5+L

Substrate: No need.

Size: 2,5-3cm

Colouration: Light brown, partly transparent with dark spots.

Age expectancy: Up to 18 months.