Pond Snails & Swan Mussels

Buy healthy pond snails and Swan mussels for garden and wildlife ponds, delivered throughout the UK.

Our range includes Trapdoor Snails, Ramshorn Snails and large Swan Mussels, carefully selected and packed for safe delivery. Pond snails are a popular addition to established ponds, helping consume algae and decaying organic matter, while Swan mussels are natural filter feeders.

Whether you're adding livestock to a new pond or increasing the biodiversity of an established pond, our snails and mussels are supplied healthy and ready to acclimatise to their new environment.

Not sure how many you need? Check the individual product descriptions for stocking and acclimatisation guidance.

Buy Pond Snails & Swan Mussels Online UK


Shop our range of healthy pond snails and Swan mussels, including Trapdoor Snails and Ramshorn Snails. Ideal for garden ponds and wildlife ponds, our pond snails help consume algae and decaying organic matter, while Swan mussels are natural filter feeders. Carefully selected, securely packed and delivered throughout the UK.

Pond Snails & Swan Mussels – Frequently Asked Questions

Are pond snails good for garden ponds?


Pond snails can be a beneficial addition to established garden and wildlife ponds. They feed on algae, decaying plant material and other organic matter, helping form part of the pond’s natural ecosystem. Our Trapdoor and Ramshorn snails are supplied healthy and ready to acclimatise to suitable ponds.

Do pond snails help control algae?


Pond snails can help reduce algae by grazing on algae growing on pond surfaces, plants and other submerged material. They also consume decaying organic matter. However, snails should form part of a balanced pond ecosystem rather than being relied upon as the sole solution for an algae problem.

Are Swan mussels good for garden ponds?


Swan mussels are natural filter feeders and can be a useful addition to suitable established garden ponds. They filter microscopic particles and suspended organic matter from the water as they feed. They should be placed gently on the pond bottom where they can settle naturally and should not be exposed to prolonged periods out of water.

How many Swan mussels should I put in my pond?


As a general guide, we recommend approximately 3-4 Swan mussels per cubic metre (1,000 litres) of pond water. The appropriate number will depend on the size, depth and conditions of your pond. Swan mussels are best suited to established ponds with a natural food supply and a suitable bottom in which they can settle. Silt, gravel or even lined ponds.

How Many Pond Snails Do I Need?


The number of pond snails you need depends on the size and condition of your pond. As a general guide, we recommend around 10 pond snails per 500 litres of pond water. For larger or well-established ponds, you can introduce them gradually and increase the number if required.

Trapdoor and Ramshorn snails help consume algae, decaying plant material and other organic matter, making them a useful addition to a balanced garden or wildlife pond.

For best results, pond snails should form part of a healthy pond ecosystem alongside oxygenating plants and good water quality. Our UK Native snail will not eat live plants.