Nerite Snail (Zebra) Neritina natalensis
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Neritina natalensis
Origin region
East Africa
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Bottom
Adult size (cm)
3.00
Minimum tank (L)
40
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Algae grazer
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
20.0–28.0
pH
6.80–8.20
GH (dGH)
6.0–18.0
KH (dKH)
3.0–10.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–5.00
Habitat & environment
East Africa
Feeding
Algae grazer
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Egg capsules; no hatch in FW.
Notes
Great algae control; eggs laid but larvae need brackish.