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Nerite Snail (Nerita sp.)
The Nerite Snail is a small but effective algae grazer, perfect for nano and mid-sized reef aquariums. Known for their wide variety of shell colors and patterns, Nerites feed on film algae, diatoms, and biofilm across glass, rock, and other hard surfaces. They are hardy and peaceful, though they are known escape artists — so a tight-fitting lid is recommended to keep them safely inside the aquarium.

  • Care Level: Easy

  • Reef Safe: Yes

  • Diet: Film algae, diatoms, biofilm

  • Behavior: Peaceful, active grazer; may crawl above water line

  • Recommended Tank Size: 5+ gallons

⚙️ Nerite Snail (Nerita sp.)

Common Name: Nerite Snail
Scientific Name: Nerita sp.
Size: ½ to 1 inch
Reef Safe: ✅ Yes
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Herbivore – film algae, diatoms, and biofilm
Tank Role: Glass and hard surface cleaner

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Nerite Snail - Nerite sp

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      DescriptionDescription

      🔍 Description:

      Nerite Snails are compact, hard-shelled algae grazers known for their reliability and attractive, often banded or spotted shells. These snails are workhorses on glass, powerheads, and rock surfaces, quietly handling algae that can otherwise smother a clean-looking tank.

      Must HaveMust Have

      ✅ Why They're a Top Choice:

      Film Algae Experts: Excellent at grazing green film algae on glass and acrylic without scratching.

      Low Profile, High Output: Small size, but capable of covering a lot of ground daily.

      Tide-Ready Survivors: Tolerate a wide range of salinities and are very hardy.

      Reef Safe and Non-Disruptive: Won’t disturb coral, rockwork, or other inverts.

      Notes for SuccessNotes for Success

      ⚠️ Things to Know:

      Escape Artists: May crawl out of the tank if waterline is high or there’s no lid (they come from tidal zones).

      No sandbed cleaning: Strictly a hard-surface grazer—pair with Nassarius or Ceriths for sand maintenance.

      Doesn’t flip well: Like Astrea, they may need help if found upside down.

      Best Used ForBest Used For

      🧽 Best Used For:

      Glass and acrylic algae control

      Nano tanks or small reef systems

      Algae-prevention maintenance in mature systems

      Description

      Nerite Snail (Nerita sp.)
      The Nerite Snail is a small but effective algae grazer, perfect for nano and mid-sized reef aquariums. Known for their wide variety of shell colors and patterns, Nerites feed on film algae, diatoms, and biofilm across glass, rock, and other hard surfaces. They are hardy and peaceful, though they are known escape artists — so a tight-fitting lid is recommended to keep them safely inside the aquarium.

      • Care Level: Easy

      • Reef Safe: Yes

      • Diet: Film algae, diatoms, biofilm

      • Behavior: Peaceful, active grazer; may crawl above water line

      • Recommended Tank Size: 5+ gallons

      ⚙️ Nerite Snail (Nerita sp.)

      Common Name: Nerite Snail
      Scientific Name: Nerita sp.
      Size: ½ to 1 inch
      Reef Safe: ✅ Yes
      Temperament: Peaceful
      Diet: Herbivore – film algae, diatoms, and biofilm
      Tank Role: Glass and hard surface cleaner

      Read more

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