Phoebe snail
Astraea phoebia
Astraea phoebia has a conical, robust shell, white to cream with brown patterns. Adult size does not exceed 3 cm. It moves slowly on rocks and glass, grazing on filamentous algae and diatoms. It is nocturnal, hiding in crevices during the day. It is completely peaceful and does not harm corals. It can reproduce in aquaria by laying egg capsules. Lifespan is 2-3 years.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22–28 |
| pH | 8.1–8.4 |
| GH | 8–12 |
| KH | 7–12 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.2 |
Care
Care notes
Temperature 22-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025. A tank of at least 40 L is sufficient. No special lighting required, but moderate light promotes algae growth. Feed with natural algae or algae wafers if needed. Avoid high nitrate (max 20 ppm) and phosphate levels. Compatible with all peaceful fish and invertebrates. Beware of predators like pufferfish or crabs.