Clea helena

Assassin Snail

Description

1. Common name(s): Assassin Snail
2. Scientific name: Clea helena (syn. Anentome helena)
3. Family: Nassariidae
4. Origin: South East Asia

Assassin Snail

1. Maximum size: 3 cm / 1.18 inch in length
2. Life span: Up to 3 years
3. Sexing: Separate sexes, not hermaphroditic
4. Minimum tank size: 30 l / 8 gallons
5. Temperature: 20 to 30 °C (68-86 °F)
6. Water: PH 7 to 8,5
7. Bottom: Fine to medium freshwater aquarium gravel or sand
8. Feeding: The Assassin Snail is a carnivore and eats other snails, their spawn, worms and carrion.
   It does not eat plants.