Chocolate Mystery Snail

Chocolate Mystery Snail is a beautiful freshwater snail known for its deep brown shell and active scavenging behaviour. Its unique colour and peaceful nature make it a favourite among aquarists looking to add contrast and cleanliness to planted aquariums. Also known as the brown mystery snail, our chocolate mystery snails grow to around 5cm. Of all the mystery snail colours, chocolate is one of the richest.

Location

Native to South American freshwater habitats, the Chocolate Mystery Snail is commonly found in calm rivers and ponds. In captivity, they do well in aquariums that mimic their natural environment with gentle currents and plenty of vegetation.

Diet

They consume soft algae, leftover food, and decaying organic matter. To keep them healthy, supplement their diet with algae wafers, blanched vegetables like cucumber or spinach, and foods rich in calcium to maintain strong shells.

Care

Optimal care includes water temperatures between 22 and 28°C and a pH range of 7.0 to 8.0. These snails are sensitive to copper, so avoid treatments containing it. Clean water and consistent parameters help ensure their wellbeing.

Habitat

Aquariums with fine gravel or sand substrates, hiding spots, and plenty of surface area support their natural behaviour. The Chocolate Mystery Snail enjoys climbing plants, decorations, and even the aquarium glass, making them fun to observe.

Pair them with our gold mystery snail, read our guide to mystery snails, or browse all our aquarium snails. Buy more and save, with multi-buy discounts from 5 snails.

Shipping Information

We take care to ensure your order arrives in excellent condition and ready to settle into your aquarium. All orders are shipped with tracking, and the cut-off time for same-day dispatch is 4 pm.

Orders containing dry goods, shrimp, snails or plants are dispatched Monday to Friday via Royal Mail for fast, reliable delivery. Livestock, in particular live fish and invertebrates, are dispatched Monday to Wednesday only, using an approved overnight courier, to avoid weekend delays and ensure safe and timely delivery.

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During colder weather, heat packs are added when needed. Livestock orders are carefully packed in insulated boxes to help maintain a stable temperature throughout transit.

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