{"product_id":"golden-apple-snail-l","title":"Golden Apple Snail - L","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"124\"\u003eSpecies Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"170\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"148\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"168\"\u003ePomacea bridgesii\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"170\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"173\" data-end=\"189\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apple Snail (includes color morphs such as blue, gold, ivory, purple, and jade)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"170\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"289\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 cm (1.5–2.5 inches) in shell diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"170\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"356\"\u003eLife Expectancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 3 years in captivity, depending on water quality and diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"170\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"436\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to South America, primarily the Amazon River basin. 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Ideal for community aquariums with similarly peaceful tank mates. They may become inactive or float if stressed or if water conditions are poor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eOmnivorous:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003eEats algae, biofilm, and detritus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003eSupplement with algae wafers, blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach, cucumber), and calcium-rich foods (e.g., cuttlebone)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003eMay nibble on delicate plants if underfed, but usually plant-safe when well-fed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003eRequires calcium for strong shell growth—supplement if necessary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003eShell Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Varies widely – common morphs include gold, blue, ivory, purple, brown, and even striped patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003eBody Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Usually ranges from light to dark grey or black, depending on morph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows to the size of a golf ball when fully mature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003eOperculum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Has a hard trapdoor to protect itself when retracted into its shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003eDistinctive Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eAir Breather:\u003c\/strong\u003e Has both gills and a lung; can breathe air and may be seen extending a siphon above the waterline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003eEgg Laying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lays pink to white egg clutches above the waterline; easy to spot and remove if population control is needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003eNon-Pest Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike \u003cem data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003ePomacea canaliculata\u003c\/em\u003e (a banned pest species in some regions), \u003cem data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2227\"\u003eP. bridgesii\u003c\/em\u003e is considered safe and is commonly kept in aquaria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2312\"\u003eExcellent Algae Cleaners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps control algae and detritus, but not a substitute for proper tank maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fiora Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44127615549482,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"QAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6747\/1658\/files\/R_7.jpg?v=1771985658","url":"https:\/\/fioraaquatic.com\/products\/golden-apple-snail-l","provider":"Fiora Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}