What fish eat snails?

Many fish species enjoy snails as a tasty treat! Here are some common fish known to eat snails:

Freshwater:

* Loaches: Especially the Kuhli loach, Clown loach, and Yasuhikotakia sidthimunki.

* Catfish: Corydoras catfish, Pleco catfish, and even some larger catfish like the Synodontis.

* Cichlids: Many cichlids, including Oscars, Jack Dempseys, and African cichlids, will readily eat snails.

* Bettas: While they aren't known for eating snails, some Bettas will eat small ones, particularly if they're hungry.

* Goldfish: Goldfish will eat snails, especially the smaller varieties.

* Guppies: These smaller fish can also snack on baby snails.

Saltwater:

* Triggerfish: Known for their powerful jaws, triggerfish can easily crack open snail shells.

* Pufferfish: Similar to triggerfish, pufferfish use their strong jaws to break shells.

* Wrasses: Some wrasses are known to eat snails, especially the cleaner wrasse.

* Angelfish: These beautiful fish can eat snails, but they may prefer other food.

* Tang: Certain tangs, like the blue tang, are known to eat snails.

Important Note:

* The size of the snail matters: Most fish prefer smaller snails.

* Some fish are better snail eaters than others: Do some research to see which fish are known to be effective snail control in your tank.

* Always consider the diet of your fish: Some fish may not eat snails if they have other readily available food.

Enjoy watching your fish snack on their crunchy treats!