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Care and Compatibility of Nerite Snail - Neritina sp
Introduction
The Neritina Snail (Neritina sp.) is a freshwater snail species widely appreciated in aquariums. It has a spiral-shaped shell with unique patterns and varied colors. Its body is generally dark or brown with lighter stripes or spots. Neritina snails are popular due to their ability to control algae growth and their resistance to varying water conditions. They are an interesting and beneficial addition to community aquariums.
Behavior
The Neritina Snail is known for its calm and peaceful behavior. It is an active snail and spends most of its time exploring the surfaces of rocks, plants, and substrate in the aquarium. It is also known for its ability to climb on vertical surfaces in the aquarium. It is an excellent algae cleaner and helps keep the aquarium clean and balanced.
Sexual Dimorphism
Sexual dimorphism in Neritina sp. is minimal and difficult to distinguish. Both sexes have a similar appearance.
Reproduction
The reproduction of the Neritina Snail is challenging in aquarium environments and requires specific conditions. These snails are oviparous, and females lay their eggs on hard surfaces such as rocks or aquarium glass. However, hatching and larval survival in an aquarium setting are difficult and require proper water conditions and specialized feeding. In most cases, successful reproduction occurs in natural habitats rather than home aquariums.
Aquarium Conditions
Neritina sp., commonly known as nerite snails, requires a well-established aquarium with moderate vegetation. It prefers neutral to slightly alkaline water and a moderate temperature. Aquarium décor should include rocks and flat surfaces. Maintaining water quality is crucial and providing a varied diet.
Feeding
The Neritina Snail is primarily herbivorous and feeds on algae and biofilm. You can provide a balanced diet that includes vegetable foods such as spirulina, algae, and bottom-dweller tablets. Make sure to keep the aquarium well-fed so that the snail has enough food available.
Complexity
Caring for Neritina sp. is relatively straightforward. They are peaceful snails that can help control algae in the aquarium. They are hardy and can adapt to a variety of water conditions. They primarily feed on algae and detritus, making them an excellent addition to algae-prone aquariums.
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To do an analysis more detailed about coexistence and behavior of Neritina sp (Nerite Snail) use the Aquarium simulation tool, if you do this you can test different ways to combine the Nerite Snail with other fishes giving the dimensions and space on you aquarium, on this way you can known the optimal configuration for keep the fishes that you want.
You can also find out the 104 species compatible with the Neritina sp (Nerite Snail) can live together.
Note: The parameters of the water such as PH and temperature are also used to calculate the compatibility of the species.
Compatible species (104)
Compatible (42 Species)
Compatible without any restriction
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With Reservation (1 Species)
Compatible in some cases, it depends on the nature and personality of the fish.
Considerable size difference (48 Species)
They can coexist while they are similar in size or the size difference is not very abysmal, since as the fish grows it increases the chances of eating its partner that did not grow much.
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Food competition (13 Species)
They can live together but you have to be careful since it is likely that the fastest fish will take all the food and leave nothing for their partners who are slow swimmers, so you have to make sure that everyone can eat.
Nerite Snail
Neritina sp
- Ph: 7.5 - 8.5
- Temperature (c°): 22 - 28
- Measures: 2 cm - 3cm
- Aquarium Capacity:
5 Liters - 1 Gallons - Behavior: Likes to take refuge, Peaceful
- Motion: Slow
- Size: Small
- Taxonomy: Snail
- Water Type: Sweet water