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Nerite Snail Zebra 3-pack

Neritina natalensis

Origin: East Africa

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Water Parameters

Temperature2228 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH78
49
GH (Hardness)615 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)210 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH

Quick Stats

Max Size
2.5 cm
Min Tank
20 L
Lifespan
2–3
Swimming Level
bottom
Schooling
No
Diet
herbivore
Temperament
Completely peaceful

About

Neritina natalensis, the Zebra Nerite Snail, is a beautifully patterned algae-grazing snail with black and yellow-gold vertical stripes. One of the best algae cleaners for freshwater planted tanks — it scrapes algae, diatoms, and green spot algae from glass and leaves without damaging live plants. Unlike pest snails it cannot breed in freshwater (eggs require brackish water to hatch), making it a safe choice for planted tanks. Sold as a 3-pack.

Care Guide

Temperature 22–28 °C, pH 7.0–8.0. Good source of algae on surfaces plus supplement with algae wafers. Hard water preferred for shell health (GH 6+). Do not use with copper-based medications. Keep lid secure — nerites climb out.

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