Tiger Nerite Snail

Neritina natalensis

Also known as: Tiger Nerite

A variety of Nerite Snail

A warm orange nerite with jagged black stripes and a big appetite for algae.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

72–80°F

pH

7–8.5

Hardness

6–20 dGH

Max size

1 in

Min tank

5 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Solitary

Swim level

Bottom

Diet

Herbivore

Care level

Beginner

Lifespan

1-2 years

Breeding

Egg-layer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Eastern and southern Africa coastal rivers

A dependable algae eater that leaves plants alone and will not breed in fresh water, though it may leave white egg capsules on hardscape. Keep pH above 7 with moderate hardness to avoid shell erosion. Feed algae wafers if algae runs out and keep a lid on the tank.