Batik Nerite Snail

Add a unique patterned beauty to your aquarium with the Batik Nerite Snail! Known for its distinctive shell markings and natural algae-grazing behaviour, this attractive freshwater snail is a useful addition to suitable planted aquariums.

The Batik Nerite Snail helps graze algae from aquarium glass and hard surfaces, making it a popular choice for aquascapers looking for both visual appeal and a natural aquarium-cleaning companion.

Care & Placement Details

• Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

• Diet: Naturally occurring algae and suitable supplemental algae-based foods

• Temperament: Peaceful

• Care Requirements: Stable, clean, well-oxygenated water

• Water Temperature: Approximately 22–28°C

• Water pH: Around 7.0–8.2 preferred

• Water Hardness: Moderate to hard water is beneficial for shell health

• Tank Placement: Aquarium glass, rocks, driftwood and other hard surfaces

• Adult Size: Approximately 2–3 cm, depending on the individual

• Compatibility: Generally suitable for peaceful community aquariums

• Breeding: May lay eggs in freshwater, but larvae generally require brackish or marine conditions to develop successfully

Why Buy From OhMleT Shoppe?

• Carefully selected aquarium livestock

• Protective packaging designed for safe transit

• Quality livestock for planted aquariums and aquascaping

• Shipping across India, including remote destinations, subject to serviceability

Important: Nerite snails may struggle in aquariums with insufficient natural algae. Supplement their diet when necessary, avoid copper-based medications, and maintain adequate mineral levels to support healthy shell development.

Bring natural algae-grazing activity and distinctive shell patterns to your aquarium with the Batik Nerite Snail from OhMleT Shoppe.

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