Can discus live with mystery snails?
Verdict
Yes, with care
Yes, with care. Discus and mystery snails can share a tank, but watch one thing. They only share 82°F. Keep the heater set there and steady.
What to watch
- Watch outThey only share 82°F. Keep the heater set there and steady.
- Watch outWater chemistry is a squeeze. The only pH that suits both is around 7.
- Watch outLarge discus crack or pick at small snails. A big mystery snail has better odds than a ramshorn.
What works
- They use different parts of the tank: discus the mid, mystery snails the bottom.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Discus | Mystery snail | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 82–88 °F | 68–82 °F |
| pH | 5.5–7 | 7–8 |
| Adult size | 6.0 in | 2.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 55 gal | 5 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Middle | Bottom |
| Group | Groups of 5+ | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for discus
Better tank mates for mystery snails
Questions
Can discus live with mystery snails?
Yes, with care. Discus and mystery snails can share a tank, but watch one thing. They only share 82°F. Keep the heater set there and steady.
What temperature suits both discus and mystery snails?
82–82 °F. Discus need 82–88 °F, mystery snails need 68–82 °F.
What size tank do discus and mystery snails need together?
At least 55 gal, set by the discus. Add space for each extra fish.