Description
Snail X by Fish Science helps prevent the introduction of nuisance snails and hydra into freshwater aquariums. Particularly useful when adding plants, décor, or items from other systems, it helps keep display tanks clean and controlled.
Many unwanted hitchhikers enter aquariums hidden on live plants, hardscape or transferred decorations. While some snails may appear harmless initially, populations can quickly explode under favourable conditions, leading to unsightly glass coverage, excessive waste production and general maintenance issues. Hydra can also become problematic, particularly in shrimp aquariums and breeding setups.
SnailX is especially useful when introducing new plants into established aquariums. A preventative half-dose treatment during planting can help reduce contamination risks before unwanted organisms establish themselves within the aquarium ecosystem.
Importantly, SnailX does not damage aquarium plants, making it suitable for planted aquariums and aquascapes where maintaining plant health is essential.
Following treatment, a partial water change is recommended alongside the addition of Fish Science AquaBoost to support and replenish beneficial bacterial populations within the biological filtration system.
Product Highlights:
- Helps prevent unwanted snails
- Supports control of hydra outbreaks
- Useful when introducing new plants
- Safe for aquarium plants
- Freshwater aquariums only
Dosage Instructions:
Dose 5ml per 25 litres. Use half a dose when treating newly added plants. Repeat after 2 days if required.
