Nerite Snails (Large)

    The popular Nerite snails is checkered with variable markings that make it an attractive addition to the reef tank. In addition to good looks, the Nerite Snail is a voracious consumer of detritus, algae and especially diatoms and cyanobacteria - including Lyngbya. These snails are excellent for cleaning the rocks and glass of your aquarium, and get along well with others.They will not consume display macro algae.

    The large Nerite snails we ship are about the size of an American nickel, or larger. Nerites can grow to the size of an American quarter, and reach a height of about an inch. Nerites are best for tanks with an oversized rim or a lid or screen.