Bladder Snail
- In stock, ready to ship
- Inventory on the way
- Live Arrival Guarantee
- Get free shipping on non-live fish orders over $75 and live fish orders over $300.
- All our live fish, shrimp, snails are care with love and passion, when through minimum of 14 days quarantined and shipped from Splashy Fish facility in Springfield, Virginia, USA
This is only apply to live fish order.
What is Our Live Arrival Guarantee?
Benefit from our extensive experience in shipping live fish. In 2021, our records indicated a mere 0.5% dead-on-arrival (DOA) rate for all live fish orders, compared to the industry standard of 1.5%. These numbers translate to only 5 out of 1000 orders experiencing DOA fish.
At Splashy Fish, customer satisfaction is our priority. That's why we provide a 100% Live Arrival Guarantee on all animals shipped via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Please note - Splashy Fish reserves the right to void Live Arrival Guarantee protection under the following circumstances:
- The customer has chosen USPS First Class Mail as a shipping method.
- The shipping address is a PO Box address
- The order was refused delivery by the customer.
- If the order is returned to the sender for any reason. For instance, an incorrect shipping address, an undeliverable address, etc.
- The order was held for pick up at USPS, UPS, and FedEx offices for longer than 24 hours after the last update on the tracking number.
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not include all the requirements mentioned below
- The Live Arrival Guarantee claim is made after the claim period mentioned below.
- The animals are not in their original packaging
Live Arrival Guarantee Claim Period:
For Live Fish and other invertebrates, one and a half hours (1.5 hours) after the posted delivery time.
For Snails: 48 hours after the posted delivery time.
Steps to claim Splashy Fish's Live Arrival Guarantee:
- Take a picture of the shipping box and the shipping label.
- For live fish and other invertebrates: Please provide two pictures of each bag (containing the dead fish) upon arrival. Ensure the images display the bag in its original, unopened condition with the original rubber band intact
- For Snails: Position the snail in one corner of the tank. If the snail does not move within 48 hours, please take several pictures of the snail's opening
- Send an email to DOA@splashyfishstore.com with the subject line: DOA and Your Order Number, or message us on social media.
- In the body of the email, include your tracking number.
- The claim must be sent within the claim period mentioned above.
After submitting the required information, please allow us 1-3 business days to determine the cause of the issue. If the claim is valid and approved by our team, you will
- Receive a store credit for future purchases, excluding the shipping cost, of the dead-on-arrival fish
If the Live Arrival Guarantee claim does not meet all listed requirements, Splashy Fish reserves the right to reject it.
Shipping live animals and plants is a complex process, and temperature plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and secure delivery of your order.
If the highest daytime temperature in your location and the lowest nighttime temperature here in Springfield, Virginia—where our facility is situated—fall below 40°F or exceed 90°F, we will proactively delay your order. This measure is taken to prioritize the well-being of the animals and plants.
For the safety of our living cargo and to protect your investment, we retain the right to suspend shipping as necessary due to extreme weather conditions. Our Splashy Fish team will assess the situation and determine if it is unsuitable to ship, considering the safety of the animals.
To stay informed or address any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our dedicated Splashy Fish Support team via email at support@splashyfishstore.com.
Once our team prints and packs your order, we'll notify you via email. This notification will include your tracking number and the expected arrival day. If you opt for UPS 2 Day shipping, your package should arrive within 2 days after shipment. Similarly, if you choose UPS 1 Day, your order will reach you the day after it is shipped. In the case of orders containing only plants or dry goods, they may be shipped via USPS, provided that this is the selected shipping option during checkout.
We ship all of the customer orders from our warehouse located in Springfield, VA. We pack and ship our orders depending on the orders with the exception of someday we cannot ship out live fish.
All Orders: will be shipped out from Monday to Thursday each week for overnight shipping by UPS.
Sunday: (Splashy Day) Today is the day we let our hard-working team members and our fish to destress and ready for the following week's shipment.
For more information regarding about shipping please visit us our Shipping Policy and Schedule
Looking for an efficient little scavenger to keep your tank clean? The Bladder Snail (Physa acuta) may be small, but it packs a punch when it comes to algae control and waste removal. Often misunderstood as a pest, this hardy freshwater snail plays a vital role in maintaining tank balance, especially for planted or shrimp tanks.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned aquarist, bladder snails can be a helpful, low-maintenance addition to your aquarium ecosystem.
At Splashy Fish, our Bladder snail for sale and other freshwater snails for sale are tank-bred with expert care and shipped with Live Arrival Guarantee. We also offer a wide variety of betta fish for sale, freshwater fish for sale, aquarium plants for sale, and other aquarium supplies to complete your setup.
Key Features:
- Efficient algae eater & detritus remover
- Extremely hardy, thrives in a wide range of water conditions
- Hermaphroditic reproduction, meaning they can self-replicate
- Small size, reaches only 0.6 inches max
- Ideal for shrimp, plant tanks, and nano aquariums
Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 64°F – 84°F (18°C – 29°C)
- pH Level: 7.0 – 8.0
- Water Hardness: 12 – 18 dGH
- Tank Size: 1 gallon and up
- Calcium is essential for healthy shell growth. Consider adding cuttlebone or a calcium supplement to your tank.
Feeding & Behavior
- Diet: Omnivorous, eats algae, biofilm, leftover fish food, and decaying plant matter
- Special Traits: Air-breathing, can float or sink by adjusting internal air pressure
- Note: Does not burrow like Malaysian trumpet snails; prefers exploring tank surfaces and decorations
Bladder Snail Care Tips:
- Reproduction: Each snail can lay egg sacs containing 10–40 eggs, which hatch within 1 week
- Control Tip: Avoid overfeeding and reduce excess organics to prevent population booms
- Predator Control: Consider adding Assassin Snails or loaches if the population gets too large
Tank Mates & Compatibility:
Bladder snails are peaceful and can live with:
- Freshwater shrimp (Neocaridina, Caridina)
- Other peaceful snails
- Small community fish (Tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras)
Avoid housing with aggressive fish that may nip at or eat snails.
Bladder Snails Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are bladder snails bad for your tank?
Bladder snails are not harmful to your tank. In fact, they help clean up uneaten food, algae, and detritus. However, they can reproduce quickly if overfed, so maintaining proper feeding and tank hygiene keeps their population in check.
How did a bladder snail get in my tank?
Bladder snails often enter aquariums by hitchhiking on live plants, decorations, or gravel. They can also be accidentally introduced through fish bags from pet stores if eggs or tiny snails are present on surfaces or in water.
Why are bladder snails considered pests?
Bladder snails are considered pests mainly due to their rapid reproduction. While they help clean algae and waste, overfeeding can cause their population to explode, leading to overpopulation issues. They often enter tanks unintentionally on new plants or décor.
