{"product_id":"tiger-nerite-snail","title":"Tiger Nerite Snail (Neritina natalensis)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTiger Nerite Snail (Neritina natalensis)\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most popular freshwater algae-eating snails in the aquarium hobby. Known for its striking orange, gold, and dark shell coloration accented by bold black tiger-like stripes, this snail combines beauty and functionality in one peaceful package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger Nerite Snails are highly valued for their ability to consume algae and biofilm without harming live plants. Because they cannot reproduce in freshwater aquariums, they provide excellent algae control without the risk of overpopulation.\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 natalensis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tiger 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 Tiger Nerite Snail?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Bold tiger-striped shell pattern\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\u003cbr\u003e✔ Great addition to aquarium cleanup crews\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Algae Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger Nerite Snails 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, driftwood, rocks, and decorations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are often considered one of the best freshwater algae-eating snails available for planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger Nerite Snails thrive in established freshwater aquariums with stable water parameters and plenty of surfaces to graze. Hard, mineral-rich water helps support healthy shell growth and prevent shell erosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA secure 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 algae is their primary food source, 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\u003eTiger 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\u003eDo Tiger Nerite Snails eat live plants?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Tiger Nerite Snails are completely plant-safe and feed on algae and biofilm rather than healthy aquarium plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Tiger Nerite Snails reproduce in freshwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey may lay small white eggs, but the eggs require brackish water to hatch and will not develop in freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Tiger Nerite Snails good algae cleaners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They are among the most effective algae-eating snails available and are excellent at controlling film algae and diatoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Tiger Nerite Snails live with shrimp and fish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbsolutely. They are peaceful and make excellent additions to community aquariums and shrimp tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Tiger Nerite Snails need calcium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Calcium-rich water and foods help maintain strong, healthy shells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop healthy \u003cstrong\u003eTiger Nerite Snails\u003c\/strong\u003e at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming. 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