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Snails

Zebra Nerite Snail

Neritina natalensis

Also known as

Zebra Nerite · Nerite Snail

Care levelBeginner

Parameters

pH7–8.5
59
Temperature22–28 °C
1832
GH6–12 °dGH
018
KH4–12 °dKH
015
Adult size2–3 cm
015

Taxonomy

Category
Origin
Water type

Description

A peaceful algae-eating snail with bold zebra-striped shell. Won't reproduce in freshwater (eggs need brackish water to hatch), making it the cleanup-crew choice that doesn't take over the tank.

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