Description
Zebra nerite snails hail from the coastal rivers and mangrove swamps of Tanzania and South Africa. Growing to 2.5cm in diameter, these popular algae eaters are best identified by their black and gold banding around the entirety of the shell.
Zebra nerite snails can be kept individually or in groups. Be mindful that they are dependent on there being sufficient algae within the tank for their survival. If algae is in short supply or you have an abundance of Zebra nerite snails, you may need to add cucumber and algae wafers to supplement their diet.
Zebra nerite snails will not breed in freshwater aquariums as they require brackish water to do so. Zebra nerite snails are also plant safe.
Zebra nerite snails are excellent escape artists so be sure to secure the lid on their aquarium at all times!
Tank compatibility & care
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