Zebra Denos

🌡️ Ideal Water Conditions

• Temperature: 20–28°C (68–82°F)
• pH Level: 7.0 – 8.0
• Hardness: 8 – 18 dGH
• Ammonia & Nitrite: 0 ppm

💡 Apple snails need calcium-rich water to maintain strong shells—consider adding crushed coral or cuttlebone.

🧬 Reproduction & Breeding

• Separate sexes: Male and female required for breeding
• Eggs are laid above the waterline in clusters
• Incubation: ~2–3 weeks depending on temperature
• Keep tank covered to maintain humidity for egg development

🍼 A single clutch can contain hundreds of eggs—watch for pink or white clusters near the tank lid!

🎉 Fun Facts About Apple Snails

• 🧬 Scientific Name: *Pomacea bridgesii*
• 🎨 Shells come in gold, blue, ivory, and striped varieties
• 🧼 Excellent algae eaters and scavengers
• 🌍 Native to South America, especially the Amazon basin
• 🧠 Can breathe both air and water thanks to a lung and gill system