Horn Snail
This peaceful snail has a highly variable range of colors and patterns on its shell and is a very attractive and useful algae-eating scavenger that is great for the nano or planted aquarium. This peaceful snail has a highly variable range of colors and patterns on its shell and is a very attractive and useful algae-eating scavenger that is great for the nano or planted aquarium.
Horn Snail
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Origin: Neritidae Indigenous throughout East and Southeast Asia
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Care Level: Easy The ideal water temperature for guppies is anywhere between 72° - 82° F (22° - 28° C).
They prefer close-to-normal pH levels, the ideal pH level for a them ranges from 7.0 – 8.2, the value found in their natural habitat.
These algae-loving snails are herbivores, where they feed on plants and greens in general.
Nerite snails do not tolerate water with high nitrate levels.
Snails are very sensitive to copper, so watch out for copper if you use tap water in your tank.
- Size: 1 - 1.5 Inches They usually will remain around 1 inch throughout their lifespan, but the occasional snail will reach 1 1/2 inches.
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Life Span: 2 Years If they are provided with proper aquarium conditions.