Blue Mystery 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
The Blue Mystery Snail (Pomacea bridgesii) is a rare and stunning freshwater snail prized for its smooth, cool-toned blue shell and soft ivory or greyish foot. A beautiful variation of Pomacea bridgesii, these Blue snails are a favorite among aquarists who want an algae cleaner that also adds unique visual contrast to planted or aquascaped tanks.
Native to South America, Blue Mystery Snails are peaceful, hardy, and highly active—spending their days gliding across tank glass, plants, and substrate as they consume algae, leftover food, and biofilm. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned aquarist, this blue freshwater snail brings both beauty and function to your aquarium.
Why Should You Choose Blue Mystery Snails?
Blue Mystery Snails are not only among the most eye-catching freshwater invertebrates—they’re also one of the most effective natural algae eaters. Their unique coloration complements green plants and dark aquascaping layouts, while their low bioload and gentle behavior make them ideal for nano tanks, shrimp tanks, and peaceful community setups.
Top Benefits:
- Rare blue shell adds calm and contrast to aquascapes
- Excellent algae grazer and waste scavenger
- Peaceful and safe for shrimp, live plants, and nano fish
- Beginner-friendly and low-maintenance
- Naturally improves water clarity and tank health
Recommended Tank Parameters
- Tank Size: 5 gallons or larger
- pH: 7.0 – 8.2
- Temperature: 72 – 78°F (22 – 26°C)
- Water Hardness: Moderate to hard
- Ammonia/Nitrite: 0 ppm
- Nitrate: < 40 ppm
- Substrate: Any (smooth gravel or sand recommended)
- Water Type: Freshwater only
Support strong shell development with calcium-rich snail food or cuttlebone.
Blue Mystery Snail Breeding
Blue mystery snails can reproduce in freshwater. They lay pinkish-white egg clusters just above the waterline. If you wish to avoid overpopulation, simply remove the egg clutches before they hatch. Otherwise, breeding mystery snails is an easy and rewarding experience.
Blue Mystery Snail Tank Compatibility
Blue Mystery Snails are peaceful and get along with a variety of non-aggressive tank mates, including:
- Freshwater shrimp like Sulawesi shrimp, Amano shrimp, or Red Cherry shrimp
- Nano fish like Guppies, Rasboras, endlers, and Ember tetras
- Bottom dwellers like Cory Catfish, Kuhli loaches, and Otocinclus
- Other aquarium snails like Nerite snail, Ivory, or Golden Mystery Snails
- Peaceful mid-water species like Honey Gouramis and Sparkling Gouramis
Avoid aggressive snail predators such as Puffers, Loaches, and large Cichlids.
Blue Mystery Snail Diet
These snails are omnivorous scavengers that clean algae and organic waste from your tank. Their diet includes:
- Green algae on glass and décor
- Biofilm and decaying plant matter
- Uneaten fish food and soft debris
For optimal health, supplement with:
- Algae wafers
- Calcium-enriched snail food
- Blanched vegetables such as spinach, zucchini, or kale
Visit here for more information on How to Care for Mystery Snails
Why Should You Buy Blue Mystery Snails at Splashy Fish Store?
At Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our Blue Mystery Snail for sale and other Mystery Snails for sale are tank-bred, grown, and sold with love and care. Visit our fish store online or aquarium in Virginia for more high-quality freshwater snails for sale and freshwater fish for sale. We have a lot more aquarium products available, such as betta fish for sale, aquatic plants for sale, freshwater shrimp, and other aquarium supplies.
