🎃 Creepy Crawlies That Aren’t Creepy: Why Snails Are the Secret Heroes of Your Aquarium

🎃 Creepy Crawlies That Aren’t Creepy: Why Snails Are the Secret Heroes of Your Aquarium

When we think of creepy crawlies at Halloween, most people imagine spiders or bats — but in the aquarium world, there’s a little “creepy crawly” that’s actually a superhero: snails! Far from being scary, freshwater snails are fascinating, beautiful, and incredibly useful in keeping shrimp tanks clean and healthy.

🦐 Why Snails Aren’t Creepy at All

Snails often get a bad reputation as “hitchhikers,” but the truth is they’re among the most useful additions to a shrimp tank. They:

• Peacefully co-exist with shrimp.
• Eat algae, leftover food, and decaying plant matter — acting like tiny tank janitors.
• Add visual interest with their shells and behaviour.

🌟 Top 5 Beginner-Friendly Snail Varieties

1. Ramshorn Snails (Blue, Pink, Leopard) – Hardy, colourful, and active.
2. Bladder Snails – Tiny but mighty cleaners.
3. Pond Snails – Tough and efficient at clearing debris.
4. Malaysian Trumpet Snails (MTS) – Natural substrate aerators.
5. Mystery Snails – Large, eye-catching, and great algae eaters.

🍂 Why You’ll Love Snails in Your Tank

• Low maintenance but high impact.
• Keep tanks balanced and reduce manual cleaning.
• Add charm and personality to your aquarium.

So this Halloween, don’t fear the creepy crawlies — celebrate them! Snails aren’t pests, they’re partners in creating a thriving shrimp tank.

👉 Browse our current selection of Ramshorn Snails here: H&K Aquatics Store.

🎃 Spooky Bonus: The “Halloween Tank” Look

Want a seasonal aquarium that feels like autumn? Pair:

• Orange Rili Shrimp 🦐
• Blue or black ramshorns 🐌
• Dark substrate + bright green plants

The result? A living pumpkin patch inside your tank — orange, black, and green colours glowing like a cauldron.