Also provided are instructions on what to do if this species is found. Means of Introduction: Outside of it's native range, this species has been found in ponds on gulf courses, leading to the thought that the snails were introduced as hitchikers on aquatic plants (Dillon, R. T., Jr. and colleagues 2018), although oher applesnail species are known to be introduced from the aquairum trade (Clench, 1966). Usually lives in areas with little to moderate current. Species Profile. Can reach the size of an apple, but in Hawaii they tend to be slightly smaller than a golfball. They clean up excess food, waste and eat algae from the aquarium decor, gravel, glass, and plants. They come in many different colors including gold, tiger-striped, blue, or white. Common name: Apple Snail Scientific name: Ampullariidae Max adult size: Depending upon species. Their scientific name iey reproduce sexually, and lay eggs, rather than perform live birth. Can breathe air. Scientific Name: Pomacea maculata Common Name: Island Apple Snail. Their name comes from the dark spots on the inside of their shell. Other Apple snails can vary quite a bit in size and colour but the term Mystery is usually used only to describe Pomacea diffusa. Applearm ponds. A recent study shows P. canaliculata and P. Apple snail is a general name for freshwater snails that youâd find in pet stores for freshwater aquariums. Scientific Name: Pomacea sp. Some, like the apple snail, live in ponds, swamps and ditches. This species can easily be mistaken for other related snail species such as Pomacea canaliculata and Pomacea lineata. For example, the mystery snail (Pomacea bridgesii) is a species of Apple Snail. Freshwater snails tend to live in hard water, since they use minerals in the water to make their shells. Learn about the basic biology of the Amazonian apple snail (Pomacea maculate), how to identify it, how it was likely introduced, and the impacts of this aquatic nuisance. Apple snail (Pomacea canaliculata, Pomacea bridgesi, Pomacea paludosa, and Pila conica) Ampullariidae Description: Freshwater snail with a rounded, yellowish to dark brown shell. The Apple snails are a huge family, with many different members. :p 4gdß4n9f4tb86469nm.gbn Slugs Edit References Edit Mystery snails (commonly called Apple Snails, the scientific name is Pomacea Brigesii / Pomacea diffusa) are peaceful, herbivores, slow-moving freshwater snails which are popular in the aquarium hobby for the right reasons. Here are the different types of freshwater snails. The term Apple snail is often used to describe several species, including Mystery snails. Lives in tropical areas, in slow-moving fresh water including rice and taro growing areas, ponds, [â¦] Found in tributaries to the Mobile Delta. Scientific Name: Pomacea maculata Common Names: Amazonian apple snail, island apple snail Apple snails can be confused with snails from the Viviparidae family. 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