Zebra nerite
Neritina reclinata
Family : Neritidae
InvertebrateBrackishsnail
Robust nerite snail, excellent algae cleaner in brackish water.
Popularity
Brackish invertebrate
mangroves, estuaries
Availability
Common in shopsShop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Description
Small snail with striped shell, very effective at cleaning algae. Tolerates brackish water.
Habitat
Region :
Estuaries and mangroves of West Africa.
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Temperature22–28 °C
pH7.5–8.5
Salinity1.005–1.02 ‰
Care
Difficulty
1/5
Diet
Herbivore
Min. tank
20 L
Adult size
2 cm
Temperament
Peaceful
Propagation
Difficile en captivité
Care notes
Brackish water, abundant algae. Compatible with peaceful brackish fish.
Similar species
Espèces proches, même habitat ou même maintenance
