Black Devil Snail - 1cm (Faunus ater) (Live Snail)
Black Devil Snail - 1cm (Faunus ater) (Live Snail) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Size, Colour & Sex
Size, Colour & Sex
Appearance & Colour
Fish may vary from the images shown. Colour, patterns, markings and fin shapes can differ naturally between individuals and may change with age, sex, stress and environmental conditions.
Size
All sizes are approximate and provided as a guide. Individual fish may be slightly larger or smaller than advertised.
Sex Requests
Want a male or female? Leave a note at checkout and we'll do our best to accommodate your request. However, we cannot guarantee a particular sex due to availability and the difficulty of sexing some species.
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Acclimation Guide
Acclimation Guide
1. Prepare Your Aquarium
Make sure your aquarium is fully cycled, with 0 ammonia and 0 nitrite, and the temperature is suitable for your new fish.
2. Start Drip Acclimation
Place your fish and their transport water into a clean container. Using airline tubing, slowly drip water from your aquarium into the container at approximately 2–4 drops per second.
3. Slowly Add Aquarium Water
Over the next 30–60 minutes, allow the water volume to approximately double. This helps your fish gradually adjust to their new water conditions.
4. Transfer Your Fish
Gently net your fish into their new aquarium. Avoid adding transport water to your tank.
5. Give Them Time to Settle
Keep the aquarium lights off for a few hours and wait until the following day before feeding.
Important: Arrived with an issue?
If any fish arrive dead (DOA), keep the transport bag sealed and contact us within 24 hours with clear photos of the fish inside the unopened bag.
See our DOA Policy for more information.
Delivery & Shipping
Delivery & Shipping
Important: Live Fish Delivery
Please provide accurate contact details and ensure someone is available to receive your fish. This is essential for their safe arrival.
Shipping Costs
We offer discounted shipping on larger livestock orders, with FREE shipping on orders over $400!
Live Fish Shipping Rates
Under $150: $39.95
$150–$249.99: $29.95
$250–$349.99: $19.95
$350–$399.99: $9.95
$400+: FREE SHIPPING
Please view our shipping policy for more information.
Black Devil Snails (Faunus ater) are striking freshwater snails with long, spiral black shells that add a unique touch to planted and community aquariums.
Common names: Black Devil Snail, Black Devil Spike Snail
Scientific name: Faunus ater
Approximate size: Up to 7–8 cm (2.8–3.1 in)
Temperament: Peaceful freshwater and brackish-water snail
Recommended tank size: 30 L (8 US gal) or larger
Diet: Omnivorous grazer; algae, biofilm, detritus, and decaying organic matter. Can be supplemented with algae wafers and other sinking foods.
Origin: Southeast Asia and the Indo-Pacific region
Basic care information: Keep in clean, well-oxygenated water around 22–28°C (72–82°F). Provide adequate calcium and stable water conditions for healthy shell growth. Faunus ater is generally peaceful and suitable for community aquariums. It can tolerate freshwater but naturally occurs in habitats influenced by brackish water. It does not normally reproduce successfully in typical freshwater aquariums because its larvae require brackish or marine conditions. Avoid copper-based medications and very soft or acidic water.
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