Can mystery snails live with boesemani rainbowfish?
Verdict
Yes
Yes, mystery snails and boesemani rainbowfish can live together. Both are fine at 75–82°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 75–82°F.
- pH 7–8 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: mystery snails the bottom, boesemani rainbowfish the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Mystery snail | Boesemani rainbowfish | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–82 °F | 75–82 °F |
| pH | 7–8 | 7–8 |
| Adult size | 2.0 in | 4.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 30 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Bottom | Middle |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can mystery snails live with boesemani rainbowfish?
Yes, mystery snails and boesemani rainbowfish can live together. Both are fine at 75–82°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
What temperature suits both mystery snails and boesemani rainbowfish?
75–82 °F. Mystery snails need 68–82 °F, boesemani rainbowfish need 75–82 °F.
What size tank do mystery snails and boesemani rainbowfish need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the boesemani rainbowfish. Add space for each extra fish.












