Batik Nerite Snail - Neritina sp.

🐌 Batik Nerite Snail – Neritina sp. – Algae Eater for Freshwater Aquariums

The Batik Nerite Snail (Neritina sp.) is a particularly attractive aquarium snail with unique, batik-like patterns. Besides its exceptional appearance, it is primarily known for its excellent algae-eating performance – ideal for a clean and stable aquarium.

🏡 Characteristics
Unique batik pattern – each snail is one of a kind
Very effective algae eater
Active and constantly moving on surfaces
Peaceful and good for cohabitation

🌿 Care
Temperature: approx. 20–28 °C
Prefers well-established aquariums
Oxygen-rich water is beneficial
Escape-proof tank recommended

🧬 Special Features
Does not reproduce in freshwater (no uncontrolled reproduction)
Reliably eats algae growth from glass, roots, and decorations
Very robust and long-lived
Occasionally lays firm egg clutches (visually noticeable but harmless)

🧬 Water Parameters (Guidelines)
GH: approx. 5–20
KH: approx. 3–15

🐠 Suitable for
Shrimp tanks, aquascapes, and community aquariums

🍽 Feeding
Mainly algae and aufwuchs, supplemented with plant-based food if necessary