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Neritina natalensis 'Zebra Nerite Snail' (3-pack)
Neritina natalensis
Origin: East Africa (aquacultured)
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Water Parameters
Temperature22–26 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH7–8
49
GH (Hardness)8–20 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)5–15 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 2.5 cm
- Min Tank
- 15 L
- Lifespan
- 1-2
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- herbivore
- Temperament
- peaceful
About
Neritina natalensis, the Zebra Nerite Snail, is one of the most popular aquarium snails — excellent algae grazer, striking black-and-yellow striped shell, and crucially does NOT breed in freshwater (larvae require saltwater). Pack of 3.
Care Guide
Temperature 22–26°C, pH 7.0–8.0, GH 8+. Requires hard water for shell integrity. Excellent algae grazer — grazes glass, rock and plants. Does not breed in freshwater. Provides no bioload.
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