Snail - Vittina semiconica - Onion Snail

The Vittina semiconica is a wonderful and easy-to-care-for snail species that can be a perfect addition to any aquarium. It originates from South Africa and is mainly found in forest and mountain streams, where it grazes on algae that accumulate on rocks.

The Vittina semiconica grows to a size of 3-4 cm and comes in a variety of different patterns. Its base color ranges from yellow to golden-brown, adorned with black spots. This colorful appearance makes them particularly appealing to aquarium hobbyists.

This snail species is an algae-eater, so it eagerly consumes green and brown algae, but does not harm plants, making it an ideal resident for a planted aquarium. Furthermore, the Vittina semiconica lays eggs, but these eggs do not hatch in freshwater, so there is no need to worry about unwanted overpopulation.

The Vittina semiconica is peaceful and cohabits well with fish, shrimp, and other snails, but should be kept away from snail-eating fish. Regarding their diet, although they primarily eat algae, we can supplement their diet with fish food or other plant-based foods.

The ideal aquarium environment for Vittina semiconica is a minimum 10-liter tank with a water temperature between 22-26 °C, a pH value between 6-8.5, and a water hardness between 7-20 NK°.rall. Vittina semiconica is an eye-catching, easy-to-maintain, and beneficial snail species. It contributes to water clarity and adds color to the aquarium.