Horned Nerite Snail
These Horned Nerite snails are not only beautiful but they are great algae eaters. This variety will come in Black or Dark Green in color. They eat algae off of aquarium walls, plants, and substrate. These snails are peaceful creatures and will not bother other tank inhabitants. We sell our snails at around 1/2 inch in diameter.
Nerite snails will not breed in your tank unlike other snails as brackish water is required for their eggs to hatch. Hence, they will not take over an aquarium unlike other pest snails.
We feed them a combination of our own foods: Shrimpy Party, Protein Party, blanched vegetables (Spinach and Zucchini), and Mulberry leaves.
Recommended Tank Parameters
| Parameter | Range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 68F – 84F |
| PH | 7.4 – 8.4 |
| KH | 3 – 14 |
FAQ
Do Horned Nerite snails breed in aquariums?
No, Horned Nerite snails will not breed in aquariums because brackish water is required for their eggs to hatch.
What do Horned Nerite snails eat?
They eat algae off aquarium walls, plants, and substrate. We feed them Shrimpy Party, Protein Party, blanched spinach and zucchini, and mulberry leaves.
Are these snails safe for other tank inhabitants?
Yes, Horned Nerite snails are peaceful and will not bother other fish or tank inhabitants.
Samantha Parsons –
I’ve had these snails for three months and they’ve cleaned the glass and plant surfaces well. They’re active and don’t seem to interfere with my fish. The color is dark green, as described. No breeding issues so far, which is a relief.
Faith Ross –
Great addition to my tank. They’re small, calm, and eat algae efficiently. I noticed less green buildup on the glass after introducing them. No signs of overpopulation or aggression.
Rose Knox –
The snails arrived healthy and are active. They don’t seem to eat much on their own, so I supplement with spinach. They stay in one area, which is fine. Would recommend for algae control.