Snails

[cliffy]

My new aquarium is up and running as had it for about three months. I seem to have around 10 resident snails in there that I presume hitched a ride in as eggs on some plants. Are they of any harm to the aquarium or are they just best left to there own devices ? I dont mind them and im sure the fish dont. Thanks in advance.

 

[cliffy]

Do snails pose any problems in an aquarium or are they just best left to get on with things ?

 

[SombreroBanana]

Depends on the kinds of snail. Pond snails should be picked out as they eat plants, but ramshorn, nerite, MTS, and apple/mystery snails are beneficial as long as you don't overfeed, as they will soon take over your tank if you do.