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Calcium-rich water is recommended to support healthy shell development and long-term health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA secure 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 primary food source, supplemental feeding may be necessary 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\u003eRed Racer 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 Red Racer Nerites?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheir bold red shells and black spiral racing stripes create a distinctive racecar-like appearance that makes them one of the most recognizable Nerite Snails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Red Racer Nerite Snails eat algae?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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