{"product_id":"assorted-nerite-snails-neritina-natalensis","title":"Assorted Nerite Snails - Neritina Natalensis","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssorted Nerite Snails | The Hobby's Favourite Algae-Eating Freshwater Snail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNerite Snails are widely regarded as the single best algae-eating snail available to freshwater aquarists — and for good reason. Compact, hardy, peaceful, and endlessly industrious, they tackle virtually every common form of aquarium algae including green spot algae, green dust algae, brown diatoms, and hair algae, grazing tirelessly across glass, substrate, hardscape, and plant leaves without ever damaging the plants themselves. Our assorted selection draws from a rotating mix of some of the most sought-after and visually striking Nerite varieties available in the hobby — including Zebra Nerites, King Koopa Nerites, Red Racer Nerites, Military Helmet Nerites, and more — meaning every order brings its own unique combination of shell patterns and markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUnlike pest snail species, Nerite Snails will not overpopulate your tank — their larvae require brackish or marine water to develop, making reproduction in a freshwater aquarium impossible. You get all the benefits of a hardworking cleanup crew with none of the population explosion risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssorted Nerite Snail Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare at a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eScientific name: Neritina natalensis and related species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAdult size: 0.5–1.2 inches (1.5–3 cm) depending on variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMinimum tank size: 10 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTemperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003epH: 7.0–8.5 — prefers neutral to alkaline water; acidic water causes shell erosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHardness: 8–15 dGH — calcium-rich water essential for shell health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLifespan: 1–3 years with good care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWill not breed in freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNerite Snail Tank Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNerite Snails thrive in mature, well-established aquariums with plenty of hard surfaces to graze — tank glass, smooth rocks, driftwood, and hardscape all provide ideal grazing areas. Good water flow and oxygenation suits them well. A tight-fitting lid is strongly recommended — Nerite Snails are accomplished climbers and will exploit any gap in an open top tank to escape, particularly when first introduced to a new aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium and Shell Health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNerite Snails require adequate calcium in the water to maintain strong, healthy shells. In naturally hard water this is rarely an issue, but in soft water or remineralised RO setups, calcium supplementation is recommended. Adding a piece of cuttlebone to the tank is the easiest and most effective solution — it dissolves slowly, releases calcium steadily, and is completely safe for fish, shrimp, and plants. Crushed coral in a filter bag is another excellent option, though it will gradually raise pH so is best suited to tanks already running at neutral to alkaline parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSigns of calcium deficiency include pitting, cracking, or thinning of the shell edges — if you notice this, increase calcium supplementation immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Note on Nerite Eggs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNerite Snails will deposit small, white, sesame seed-like eggs on hard surfaces throughout the tank. These eggs will not hatch in freshwater, but they can be difficult to remove and some aquarists find them unsightly on dark décor and equipment. This is worth bearing in mind when placing them in display aquariums with dark hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Your Nerite Snails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn a well-established tank with healthy algae and biofilm growth, Nerite Snails will largely feed themselves. If algae levels are low, supplement with algae wafers, blanched vegetables such as zucchini, cucumber, and spinach, and high-quality sinking foods with high plant or spirulina content. Remove any uneaten vegetables within 24 hours to avoid fouling the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssorted Nerite Snail Tank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAll community fish including tetras, rasboras, danios, corydoras, and livebearers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eShrimp — excellent tank mates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOther snail species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAvoid pufferfish, large cichlids, and snail-eating loach species such as Clown Loaches and Yoyo Loaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Note on Assorted Selection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur assorted Nerite Snails are drawn from a rotating mix of varieties including Zebra, King Koopa, Red Racer, Military Helmet, and more. As stock rotates regularly we are unable to guarantee specific varieties, shell patterns, or colours in each order. If you are looking for a specific variety, please check our individual Nerite Snail listings or reach out to us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48531899056350,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/assorted-nerite-snails-neritina-natalensis","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}