{"product_id":"batik-nerite-snail","title":"Batik Nerite Snail (Neritina variegata)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBatik Nerite Snail (Neritina variegata)\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most beautiful freshwater aquarium snails available, prized for its intricate maze-like shell patterns that resemble traditional batik artwork. With unique combinations of gold, brown, black, and cream markings, no two Batik Nerite Snails are exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond their stunning appearance, Batik Nerite Snails are exceptional algae eaters that help keep aquarium glass, rocks, driftwood, and decorations clean. Their peaceful temperament, plant-safe nature, and inability to reproduce in freshwater make them one of the best cleanup crew snails for planted aquariums and community tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eNeritina variegata\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Batik Nerite Snail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Algae, biofilm, algae wafers, vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–80°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunity Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose a Batik Nerite Snail?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Unique batik-inspired shell pattern\u003cbr\u003e✔ Excellent algae and biofilm grazer\u003cbr\u003e✔ Safe for planted aquariums and shrimp tanks\u003cbr\u003e✔ Peaceful with fish and other invertebrates\u003cbr\u003e✔ Will not overpopulate freshwater aquariums\u003cbr\u003e✔ Every snail has a unique shell design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Algae Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBatik Nerite Snails are among the best algae-eating snails available and actively graze on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen film algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown diatom algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiofilm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft algae growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlgae on glass, rocks, and driftwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are especially useful in planted aquariums where hobbyists prefer natural algae control methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBatik Nerite Snails thrive in established freshwater aquariums with stable water parameters and plenty of algae or biofilm available for grazing. Hard, mineral-rich water is recommended to support healthy shell growth and prevent shell erosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA secure aquarium lid is recommended, as Nerite Snails may occasionally explore above the waterline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile they naturally consume algae, supplemental feeding may be beneficial in very clean aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended foods include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlgae wafers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpirulina wafers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlanched zucchini\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCucumber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpinach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiofilm-rich surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBatik Nerite Snails do well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTetras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRasboras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuppies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEndlers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMollies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther peaceful community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid aggressive snail-eating species such as puffers, large loaches, and large cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are they called Batik Nerite Snails?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheir intricate shell markings resemble traditional Indonesian batik fabric patterns, giving them a truly unique appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Batik Nerite Snails eat algae?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They are excellent algae eaters and help control film algae, diatoms, and biofilm throughout the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Batik Nerite Snails reproduce in freshwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. While they may lay eggs, the eggs require brackish water to hatch and will not develop in freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Batik Nerite Snails safe for planted tanks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbsolutely. They feed on algae and biofilm and will not damage healthy aquarium plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow large do Batik Nerite Snails get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost adults reach approximately 1 inch in size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop healthy \u003cstrong\u003eBatik Nerite Snails\u003c\/strong\u003e at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming. 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