Spotted Nerite Snail - Neritina sp.
As far as molluscs go, the Spotted Nerite Snail is by far the most widely recognised species available in the hobby. Nerites are a great addition to aquariums, not only because of their striking appearance, but also because they are some of the best algae eaters around. Many aquarists find themselves offering algae wafers to supplement the snail's diet as they deplete the algae supply in their habitat. Although they have a healthy appetite for greenery, nerites don't actually eat live plants (though they may munch on the decaying parts of the plant). Any uneaten food will also be happily hoovered up by these snails. As such, they are a valuable member of your clean up crew that will benefit the aquarium in many ways.
They will occasionally leave the water and can climb out of tanks, so it is imperative that the aquarium has a lid to prevent your snail from going on big adventures. Unlike many snails, the nerite is unlikely to ever become a pest as their eggs do not hatch in fresh water. So whilst you may see small white dots in your aquarium, they will never become baby snails unless salt is present in the water.
As these are snails and require a certain amount of calcium to continue to grow a healthy shell so it is recommended that they are kept in alkaline conditions of pH 7 or higher with a reasonably KH.
Please note that the image is for illustration purposes and the fish you will receive may not be identical. These fish are still juveniles and have yet to colour up. A healthy environment and good quality food will help bring them into full colour. If you have any questions about keeping these fish, please don't hesitate to ask a member of staff.
Why not check out our YouTube channel for the latest updates on our fish tanks, livestock and many more!
Additional information
| Quantity | x1, x4, x8 |
|---|---|
| Brands | Shirley Aquatics |
