snails, do they need to be cured or QT'd before putting them in?

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  1. Solowkoe

    Solowkoe Astrea Snail

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    I just bought a bunch of snails for the tank, How would you recommend i put them in. Should I just put them in, or should I QT them or what?
     
    Solowkoe, Sep 6, 2006
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  2. amcarrig

    amcarrig Super Moderator

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    That depends.....did you get them by mail order? If by mail order, were they shipped dry or submerged in water?
     
    amcarrig, Sep 6, 2006
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  3. rickzter

    rickzter Torch Coral

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    Always acclimate. You can and will shock some if you just put them in. What type of snails are they?
     
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  4. Black_Raven

    Black_Raven Scooter Blennie

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    Rickzter is right, acclimate them slowly. I don't QT them but I soak them and rinse them in tank water in a bowl so I don't introduce any foreign water into my system.
     
    Black_Raven, Sep 7, 2006
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  5. LVReefer

    LVReefer Astrea Snail

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    Like mentioned prior always acclimate. It is always a good idea to QT new additions. If nothing else, visually inspect them for any potential problems.
     
    LVReefer, Sep 12, 2006
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