Nerite Snail

Fish Species

Nerite Snail

Neritina natalensis

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Popular algae-eating snail that does not reproduce in freshwater.

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Classification

Scientific Name

Neritina natalensis

Origin Region

Africa / Asia

Water Type

freshwater

Diet

Algae Eater

Care Difficulty

Beginner

Max Size

3 cm | 1.2 in

Water Requirements
Planted Tropical

Temperature

22–28°C

pH

6.5–7.5

GH Hardness

4–12dGH

KH Alkalinity

4–8dKH

Min Tank Size

20L