Can pea puffers live with ramshorn snails?
Verdict
No
No. Pea puffers and ramshorn snails should not share a tank. Pea puffers hunt snails, so ramshorn snails will be eaten.
What to watch
- Deal breakerPea puffers hunt snails, so ramshorn snails will be eaten.
What works
- Both are fine at 74–80°F.
- pH 7–8 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Pea puffer | Ramshorn snail | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82 °F | 70–80 °F |
| pH | 7–8 | 7–8 |
| Adult size | 1.0 in | 1.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 5 gal |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swims at | All levels | Bottom |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for pea puffers
Better tank mates for ramshorn snails
Questions
Can pea puffers live with ramshorn snails?
No. Pea puffers and ramshorn snails should not share a tank. Pea puffers hunt snails, so ramshorn snails will be eaten.
What temperature suits both pea puffers and ramshorn snails?
74–80 °F. Pea puffers need 74–82 °F, ramshorn snails need 70–80 °F.
What size tank do pea puffers and ramshorn snails need together?
At least 5 gal, set by the pea puffer. Add space for each extra fish.








