Horned Tricolor Nerite Snail (Clithon corona)

The Horned Tricolor Nerite Snail (Clithon corona) is a beautiful freshwater algae-eating snail known for its distinctive horned shell and stunning mix of gold, brown, and black coloration. Each snail features a unique pattern, making it a standout addition to planted aquariums, shrimp tanks, and community fish setups.

Despite their small size, Horned Tricolor Nerite Snails are exceptional algae grazers that help keep aquarium glass, rocks, driftwood, and decorations clean. Their peaceful nature, plant-safe behavior, and inability to reproduce in freshwater make them one of the best cleanup crew snails available.

Quick Facts

• Scientific Name: Clithon corona
• Common Name: Horned Tricolor Nerite Snail
• Adult Size: 0.5–1 inch
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Care Level: Easy
• Diet: Algae, biofilm, algae wafers, vegetables
• Lifespan: 1–3 years
• Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallons
• Water Temperature: 72–80°F
• pH Range: 7.0–8.2
• Water Hardness: Moderate to Hard
• Plant Safe: Yes
• Community Safe: Yes

Why Choose a Horned Tricolor Nerite Snail?

✔ Unique horned shell texture
✔ Beautiful gold, brown, and black coloration
✔ Excellent algae and biofilm grazer
✔ Safe for planted aquariums and shrimp tanks
✔ Peaceful with fish and other invertebrates
✔ Will not overpopulate freshwater aquariums

Natural Algae Control

Horned Tricolor Nerite Snails actively consume:

• Green film algae
• Brown diatom algae
• Biofilm
• Soft algae growth
• Algae on glass, rocks, driftwood, and decorations

Their constant grazing helps maintain a cleaner aquarium and reduces unwanted algae buildup naturally.

Aquarium Setup

Horned Tricolor Nerite Snails thrive in established freshwater aquariums with stable water parameters and abundant grazing surfaces. Calcium-rich water is important for maintaining healthy shell growth and preventing shell erosion.

A secure lid is recommended, as Nerite Snails may occasionally climb above the waterline.

Diet & Feeding

While algae is their primary food source, supplemental feeding may be necessary in very clean aquariums.

Recommended foods include:

• Algae wafers
• Spirulina wafers
• Blanched zucchini
• Cucumber
• Spinach
• Biofilm-rich surfaces

Tank Mates

Horned Tricolor Nerite Snails do well with:

• Shrimp
• Tetras
• Rasboras
• Corydoras
• Guppies
• Endlers
• Platies
• Mollies
• Other peaceful community fish

Avoid aggressive snail-eating fish such as puffers, large loaches, and large cichlids.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Horned Tricolor Nerite Snails good algae cleaners?
Yes. They are among the best freshwater algae-eating snails available and help control film algae, diatoms, and biofilm.

Will they reproduce in my tank?
No. While they may lay eggs, the eggs require brackish water conditions to hatch and will not develop in freshwater aquariums.

Can they live with shrimp or small fish?
Absolutely. They are completely peaceful and ideal for shrimp tanks and community aquariums.

What makes Horned Tricolor Nerites unique?
Their horned shell texture combined with beautiful tricolor patterning makes them one of the most decorative Nerite Snails available.

Do they eat live plants?
No. They are completely plant-safe and feed only on algae and biofilm.

Available at Tropical Treasures Wyo

Shop healthy Horned Tricolor Nerite Snails at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming. These unique freshwater algae eaters are perfect for planted aquariums, shrimp tanks, nano aquariums, and peaceful community fish setups.

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