Pesky Snails

[sjonesej0]

I read online that an easy way to get rid of nuisance snails is to put a penny in the filter. Has anyone had any experience with this remedy?

Note: other inhabitants of my 6Gal Fluval freshwater tank - neon tetra (2), and male guppie (3).

 

[Delapool]

Can't say I've heard of that one before. Is it meant to release copper or something? The only concern I would have is that at least with a product you are dosing to a certain amount. Interesting!

I guess if it did work you would need to check if your water conditioner detoxifies heavy metals anyways.

 

[sjonesej0]

Can't say I've heard of that one before. Is it meant to release copper or something? The only concern I would have is that at least with a product you are dosing to a certain amount. Interesting!

I guess if it did work you would need to check if your water conditioner detoxifies heavy metals anyways.

I ended up getting a clown loach and boom the snails are gone. They were swiftly murdered! And a tasty snack to boot. Thanks though. Good point about the notion of it being dosing either way.

 

[Fresh2o]

I know the topic is snail control, but what is the long term plan for the clown loach? They can get quite large (16"), do better in groups and require a large tank (4-6'). Just curious.

 

[sjonesej0]

I know the topic is snail control, but what is the long term plan for the clown loach? They can get quite large (16"), do better in groups and require a large tank (4-6'). Just curious.

Crap. I hadn't thought about that part. Blast! I guess I need to sell/donate him then. The pet store person said he wouldn't be a problem with growth. ****it I should have done more research. Suggestions? (This is my only tank)

 

[Fresh2o]

I am thinking that the place that sold you the clown loach should buy it back since they provided misinformation. I clown loach in a 6 gallon? Incredible.
Otherwise contact any LFS (not the big box stores) to see if they will take them in. There should be several in your area (http://atlanta.cbslocal.com/2012/05/11/best-fish-and-aquarium-supply-stores-in-atlanta/)

 

[sjonesej0]

I am thinking that the place that sold you the clown loach should buy it back since they provided misinformation. I clown loach in a 6 gallon? Incredible.
Otherwise contact any LFS (not the big box stores) to see if they will take them in. There should be several in your area (http://atlanta.cbslocal.com/2012/05/11/best-fish-and-aquarium-supply-stores-in-atlanta/)

I will certainly search the classifieds of this place / other forums as well. Thank you for the link.
I also got a tiny puffer fish. I think I read somewhere that they eat snails too. He's adorable and strange looking at the same time.