{"id":25668,"date":"2026-03-14T11:02:46","date_gmt":"2026-03-14T11:02:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=25668"},"modified":"2026-03-14T11:03:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T11:03:58","slug":"spikey-thorn-antler-snail-clithon-diadema-2cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=spikey-thorn-antler-snail-clithon-diadema-2cm","title":{"rendered":"Spikey Thorn Antler Snail Clithon Diadema 2cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"155\"><strong data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"155\">Spikey Thorn Antler Snail (<em data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"152\">Clithon diadema<\/em>)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"481\"><strong data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"170\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"173\" \/>The Spikey Thorn Antler Snail is a striking freshwater snail known for its unique shell covered in small horn-like spikes resembling antlers. With attractive striped or patterned shells and excellent algae-eating ability, this species is both decorative and highly beneficial for maintaining a clean aquarium.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"610\"><strong data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"494\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"497\" \/>Native to Southeast Asia, <em data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"540\">Clithon diadema<\/em> is commonly found in coastal streams, rivers, and brackish estuaries.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"847\"><strong data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"624\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"627\" \/>Primarily herbivorous. Feeds on algae, biofilm, and micro-organisms growing on glass, rocks, plants, and d\u00e9cor. Supplement with algae wafers or blanched vegetables such as zucchini or spinach if natural algae is limited.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"881\"><strong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"879\">Tank \/ Setup Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"1114\">\n<li data-section-id=\"yujcqu\" data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"926\">\n<p data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"926\">Minimum tank size: 20 litres (5 gallons)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1m0lo6n\" data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"988\">\n<p data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"988\">Provide rocks, driftwood, and plants for grazing surfaces<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ic26vz\" data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1028\">\n<p data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1028\">Stable water parameters recommended<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"nnqejp\" data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1114\">\n<p data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1114\">A secure lid is beneficial as snails may occasionally explore above the waterline<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1297\"><strong data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1131\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1134\" \/>Ideal for peaceful community aquariums. Compatible with most small fish, shrimp, and other invertebrates. Avoid snail-eating fish such as puffers or large loaches.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1490\"><strong data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1313\">Behaviour:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1316\" \/>Peaceful and active algae grazer. Constantly moves across surfaces feeding on algae and biofilm. Like other nerite-type snails, they rarely reproduce in freshwater aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1631\"><strong data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1513\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1516\" \/>Beginner friendly. Hardy and easy to care for, making them excellent additions to planted and aquascaped aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1656\"><strong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1654\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1799\">\n<li data-section-id=\"bvipr\" data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1691\">\n<p data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1691\">Temperature: 22\u201328\u00b0C (72\u201382\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"vr2unm\" data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1707\">\n<p data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1707\">pH: 6.5\u20138.0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1xae20w\" data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1734\">\n<p data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1734\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"smfw44\" data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1799\">\n<p data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1799\">Hardness: Moderate to hard water recommended for shell health.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spikey Thorn Antler Snail (Clithon diadema) Overview:The Spikey Thorn Antler Snail is a striking freshwater snail known for its unique shell covered in small horn-like spikes resembling antlers. With attractive striped or patterned shells and excellent algae-eating ability, this species is both decorative and highly beneficial for maintaining a clean aquarium. 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