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Unread 02/26/2007, 10:15 PM   #1
themi
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How do I get rid of some of these guys?

One of my snail had babies I guess. I just looked in my sons nano tank and there must be 300 of these guys. So what are they, and how do I get rid of some?




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Unread 02/26/2007, 10:21 PM   #2
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They're beneficial algae grazers, why would you want to get rid of them?


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Unread 02/26/2007, 10:34 PM   #3
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And they never get real big, so I'd not worry, spread them around to other tanks if you have them. I pick them out of the pet store and bring them home.


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Unread 02/26/2007, 11:06 PM   #4
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the one's that come near the top get thrown in my new tank


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Unread 02/27/2007, 08:05 AM   #5
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they are called Collonista snails. they are full grown . excellent algae grazers. theres even a demand for them to sell or trade.


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