Snail Removal

Snails are gastropods that can easily infect an aquarium. They are brought in with new fish or plants that carry snail eggs and, once they are established, are difficult to remove entirely. If you notice snails in your aquarium, take steps to remove them at once, as they can pollute the water of the aquarium with their waste.

Things You'll Need

  • Small dish
  • Lettuce
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Instructions

    • 1

      Place a small leaf of lettuce on a small dish, tearing it if necessary to make it fit.

    • 2

      Place the dish containing the lettuce leaf in the aquarium.

    • 3

      Leave the dish in place overnight. The food attracts the snails, which will be on the dish in the morning, eating the lettuce.

    • 4

      Remove the dish from the tank and throw away the snails.

    • 5

      Continue doing this until the snails are gone.