King Koopa Nerite Snail
These King Koopa Nerite Snails (Neritina Juttingae) have short distinct horns on their shell and are great algae eaters. They also go by Fruit Nerite Snails and are an uncommon Nerite species in the hobby. They eat algae on 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 to 3/4 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 |
|---|---|
| Water Temperature | 72°F to 78°F |
| Water pH | 7.0 to 8.0 |
| Water Hardness | 5 to 12 dGH |
| Light Cycle | 8 to 12 hours per day |
FAQ
Are King Koopa Nerite Snails safe to keep with other aquarium inhabitants?
Yes, these snails are peaceful and will not harass or harm other tank inhabitants.
Do these snails reproduce in home aquariums?
No, Nerite snails do not breed in standard freshwater tanks because their eggs require brackish water to hatch.
What do King Koopa Nerite Snails eat?
They eat algae found on aquarium walls, plants, and substrate. We feed them Shrimpy Party, Protein Party, blanched spinach, zucchini, and mulberry leaves.
Blake Clark –
I’ve had these snails for three months and they’ve cleaned the algae off my glass walls and plant surfaces without causing any issues. They’re active and don’t seem to compete with my fish. Very easy to care for.
Connor Hunter –
The snails arrived healthy and are now happily munching on algae. No signs of aggression or breeding. Great addition to my planted tank.
Virginia Scott –
They’re a bit shy at first but settled in well. I noticed they prefer the back corners of the tank. Good for algae control without overpopulation.