Collection: Nerite Snails Collection – Nature’s Best Algae Eaters
🐌 Nerite Snails Collection – Nature’s Best Algae Eaters
Overview:
Our Nerite Snails Collection features some of the most popular and effective algae eaters for freshwater aquariums. From the striking Zebra and Tiger Nerites to the rare Green Urchin and Red Lips varieties, these snails are prized for their ability to keep tanks clean while adding unique beauty.
Nerite snails are peaceful, hardy, and completely plant-safe, making them an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists. Each variety has its own distinct shell patterns and colors, giving aquariums a natural and decorative touch.
🌟 Why Choose Nerite Snails?
- Unmatched Algae Control – Great at cleaning glass, rocks, driftwood, and plant leaves.
- Unique Varieties – Zebra, Tiger, Horned, Red Lips, Green Urchin, and more.
- Peaceful & Community-Safe – Compatible with shrimp, fish, and planted tanks.
- No Overbreeding – Eggs may be laid in freshwater, but they only hatch in brackish water.
- Low Maintenance – Hardy and easy to care for, thriving in most freshwater setups.
- Care Quick Facts
- Size: ~1 inch
- Lifespan: 1–2 years
- Diet: Algae, biofilm, algae wafers, blanched vegetables
- Tank Size: 5 gallons and up
- Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 72–80°F
- pH: 7.0–8.2
- Hardness: Medium–hard (calcium-rich water helps shell health)
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🐌 Red Lips Nerite Snail – Freshwater Algae Eater
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Zebra Nerite Snail
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Green Urchin Nerite Snail (Neritina sp.) – Unique Algae-Eating Snail
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Tiger Nerite Snail (Neritina natalensis) – Striped Algae Eater
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