{"product_id":"king-koopa-nerite-snail-wild-caught-neritina-juttingae","title":"King Koopa Nerite Snail (Wild Caught) - Neritina Juttingae","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKing Koopa Nerite Snail (Wild Caught) | The Ultimate Algae-Eating Freshwater Snail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe King Koopa Nerite Snail (Neritina juttingae) is one of the most distinctive and sought-after invertebrates in the freshwater aquarium hobby. Named for its striking spiked shell — which resembles a certain infamous video game villain — this wild-caught snail from Southeast Asia is as hardworking as it is eye-catching. Rare in the trade and instantly recognisable, the King Koopa Nerite is a genuine conversation starter that earns its place in any tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eBeyond the looks, this snail is an exceptional algae eater — one of the very few species known to consume cyanobacteria as well as all common forms of algae, making it one of the most effective natural cleanup crew members available to freshwater aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Wild Caught?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eKing Koopa Nerite Snails are not bred in captivity — their fry require brackish or marine water to survive, making commercial breeding essentially impossible. All specimens available in the hobby are wild caught, sourced from their native estuarine and freshwater habitats in Southeast Asia, particularly Borneo and Sumatra. This also means they will not reproduce in a freshwater aquarium, so there is absolutely no risk of population explosions in your tank — a significant advantage over many other freshwater snail species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKing Koopa Nerite Snail Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare at a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul 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\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eScientific name: Neritina juttingae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAlso known as: King Koopa Snail, Sea Mine Nerite Snail, Durian Nerite Snail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAdult size: up to 1.2 inches (3 cm)\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 — alkaline water is strongly preferred; 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 is essential for shell health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eNitrate: below 20 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLifespan: 3–6 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\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKing Koopa Nerite Snail Tank Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eKing Koopa Nerites thrive in mature, well-established aquariums with plenty of hard surfaces — rocks, driftwood, tank glass, and décor all provide ideal grazing areas. A tight-fitting lid is recommended, as Nerite snails are known to climb out of uncovered tanks. Gentle to moderate water flow suits them well. Calcium supplementation is recommended if your water is soft or if you are using RO water, to support strong, healthy shell growth and prevent erosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Note on Eggs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eLike all Nerite snails, King Koopas may 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 or equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Your King Koopa Nerite Snail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003ePrimarily herbivorous grazers. In a well-established tank with healthy algae and biofilm growth, they 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\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKing Koopa Nerite Snail Tank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul 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\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSmall to medium peaceful community fish such as tetras, rasboras, danios, and livebearers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCorydoras and other peaceful bottom dwellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eShrimp — excellent companions\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, some loaches, and any known snail predators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48416354795742,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo_c76bf674-ca83-49a4-aa92-26174c534b16.png?v=1741201181","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/king-koopa-nerite-snail-wild-caught-neritina-juttingae","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}