Add a little variety to your aquarium with a random assortment of Nerite Snails! Nerites are peaceful, hardworking algae eaters that help keep your tank looking clean by grazing on algae and biofilm from glass, plants, rocks, and decorations.
They are safe with fish and shrimp and generally leave healthy plants alone. Nerite Snails also cannot reproduce in freshwater, so they won't overpopulate your aquarium like some other freshwater snails.
🐌 Random Assortment
Your snails will be selected at random from available varieties, which may include:
- Zebra Nerite
- Bumble Bee Nerite
- Olive Nerite
- Red Spotted Nerite
- Red Lip Nerite
- Batik Nerite
- Horned Nerite
- Gold Racer Nerite
- Tiger Nerite
- And more!
Variety cannot be selected. Your order will contain a random assortment based on what is available.
Nerite Snail Care
Temperature: 65°–85°F (18°–29°C)
pH: 6.5–8.0
KH: 5–12 dKH
Minimum Tank Size: 2 gallons per snail
Adult Size: Approximately 1–1.5 inches (2.5–3.8 cm)
Diet: Nerites primarily eat algae and biofilm naturally found in the aquarium. If additional food is needed, offer algae wafers or blanched vegetables such as zucchini, kale, spinach, or cucumber.
Temperament: Peaceful and non-aggressive. They are safe with most community fish and shrimp.
Important Care Notes
- Keep a tight-fitting lid on your aquarium. Nerite Snails are known to wander above the water line.
- Avoid high nitrate levels, as Nerites are sensitive to poor water quality.
- Like other invertebrates, Nerites are sensitive to copper. Check medications and tap water for copper before adding them to your tank.
- Nerites need access to algae and biofilm for a healthy diet. Very clean or newly established tanks may not provide enough natural food.
Origin: Northeast, East, and South Africa, India, and the Indo-Pacific, depending on variety.
Under 40F where you are? Don’t forget your HEAT PACK!