{"product_id":"green-urchin-nerite-snail","title":"Green Urchin Nerite Snail (Neritina sp.)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Urchin Nerite Snail (Neritina sp.)\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most unique freshwater algae-eating snails available. Known for its distinctive spiky shell texture and attractive green, olive, and dark patterned coloration, this unusual Nerite Snail adds both beauty and functionality to planted aquariums, shrimp tanks, and community fish setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other Nerite Snails, the Green Urchin Nerite is an exceptional algae grazer that helps keep aquarium glass, rocks, driftwood, and decorations clean without harming live plants. Because Nerite Snails cannot reproduce in freshwater aquariums, they provide natural algae control without creating unwanted snail populations.\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\u003c\/em\u003e sp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green Urchin 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 Green Urchin Nerite Snail?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Unique spiky \"urchin-like\" shell texture\u003cbr\u003e✔ Attractive green and dark patterned shell coloration\u003cbr\u003e✔ Excellent algae and biofilm grazer\u003cbr\u003e✔ Safe for planted aquariums and shrimp tanks\u003cbr\u003e✔ Peaceful with fish and invertebrates\u003cbr\u003e✔ Will not overpopulate freshwater aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Algae Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Urchin Nerite Snails actively consume:\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, driftwood, and decorations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are among the most effective natural algae-control options available for freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Urchin Nerite Snails thrive in established freshwater aquariums with stable water parameters and plenty of surfaces to graze. 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 occasionally explore above the waterline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile algae is their preferred food source, supplemental feeding may be needed 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\u003eGreen Urchin 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\u003eAre Green Urchin Nerite Snails plant-safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They feed on algae and biofilm and will not damage healthy aquarium plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Green Urchin Nerite Snails reproduce in freshwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. While they may lay eggs, the eggs require brackish water conditions to hatch and will not develop in freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Green Urchin Nerite Snails help with algae?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbsolutely. They are highly effective algae eaters and help control film algae, diatoms, and biofilm throughout the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Green Urchin Nerite Snails compatible with fish and shrimp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They are peaceful and excellent additions to community aquariums and shrimp tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are they called Urchin Nerites?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheir shell features small projections and a textured appearance that resembles a sea urchin, giving them a unique look compared to other Nerite Snails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop healthy \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Urchin Nerite Snails\u003c\/strong\u003e at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming. 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