assasin snails

[fishmastermike]

i just wanted to know some info about assasin snails like what is the scientific name so i can put in an order at my lfs.

also how many can i have in a five or ten gallon tank

one more thing what do i feed them

thanks,
fmm

 

[Lupin]

They are carnivores. Any meaty food such as bloodworms will be fine in the absence of pond snails and ramshorns for them to eat. I suggest getting a 5g just for the pond snails to breed so you can constantly replenish the supply for the assassins.

Anentome helena is the scientific name. Here are some more info.
http://arizonainverts.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=204

 

[Lepisosteus platyrhincus]

check with msjinkzd
she might have some for sale