{"product_id":"white-hercules-snail-brotia-herculea-freshwater","title":"White Hercules Snail (Brotia herculea) - Algae Eater","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup only.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe White Hercules Snail (\u003cem\u003eBrotia herculea\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the largest freshwater snails available in the aquarium hobby. Known for their striking elongated spiral shells and peaceful demeanor, these Thai natives make excellent algae eaters and substrate cleaners. Hardy and beginner-friendly, Hercules Snails are a low-maintenance addition to any community tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for more invertebrates? Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/invertebrates\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInvertebrates\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/freshwater-supplies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFreshwater Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 gallons minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68–82°F (20–28°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–15 dGH (prefers moderately hard, calcium-rich water)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore — grazes on algae, biofilm, and detritus; supplement with algae wafers, blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach), and calcium-rich foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful — completely harmless to fish and plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–4 inches (shell length)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopper Sensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — avoid copper-based medications and fertilizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWhite Hercules Snail, Hercules Club Snail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrotia herculea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSnail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBeginner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eThailand \/ Southeast Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3–5 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite Hercules Snails are completely peaceful and make great additions to community tanks. Their large size makes them less likely to be bothered by fish compared to smaller snail species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood tank mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tetras, rasboras, corydoras, plecos, guppies, peaceful cichlids, shrimp, and other snails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pufferfish, large cichlids, assassin snails, and crayfish — these will attack or eat snails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill fish eat my Hercules Snail?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheir large adult size protects them from most fish. However, avoid keeping them with pufferfish or large aggressive cichlids that actively hunt snails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Hercules Snails safe with live plants?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They primarily eat algae, biofilm, and decaying plant matter — they do not typically damage healthy live plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo they need calcium supplements?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerately hard water (8+ dGH) with adequate calcium supports healthy shell growth. You can supplement with cuttlebone, crushed coral, or calcium-enriched foods if your water is soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many Hercules Snails can I keep?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne snail per 10 gallons is a good guideline. They produce moderate bioload for a snail due to their large size, so avoid overstocking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Squeaky's Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48573427056859,"sku":"FW1-F9154","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_e2e2e1af-43d8-4d56-8f24-67c6da8f622c.png?v=1775564759","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/white-hercules-snail-brotia-herculea-freshwater","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}