{"id":25670,"date":"2026-03-14T11:02:47","date_gmt":"2026-03-14T11:02:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=25670"},"modified":"2026-03-14T11:04:04","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T11:04:04","slug":"yellow-lady-nerite-snail-clithon-sowerbyanum-1cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=yellow-lady-nerite-snail-clithon-sowerbyanum-1cm","title":{"rendered":"Yellow Lady Nerite Snail Clithon Sowerbyanum 1cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"163\"><strong data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"163\">Yellow Lady Nerite Snail (<em data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"160\">Clithon sowerbyanum<\/em>)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"492\"><strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"178\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"181\" \/>The Yellow Lady Nerite Snail is a bright and attractive freshwater snail known for its vibrant yellow shell with subtle natural markings. Highly valued for its excellent algae-eating abilities and peaceful temperament, this species is both a decorative and practical addition to planted and community aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"646\"><strong data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"505\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"508\" \/>Native to Southeast Asia, <em data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"555\">Clithon sowerbyanum<\/em> is typically found in clean rivers, streams, and coastal waterways with steady water flow.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"910\"><strong data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"660\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"663\" \/>Primarily herbivorous. Feeds on algae, biofilm, and micro-organisms growing on aquarium surfaces such as glass, rocks, plants, and d\u00e9cor. If natural algae is limited, supplement with algae wafers or blanched vegetables such as zucchini or spinach.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"944\"><strong data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"942\">Tank \/ Setup Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"1198\">\n<li data-section-id=\"yujcqu\" data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"989\">\n<p data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"989\">Minimum tank size: 20 litres (5 gallons)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1lasp0j\" data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1069\">\n<p data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1069\">Provide plenty of surfaces for grazing such as rocks, driftwood, and plants<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ic26vz\" data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1109\">\n<p data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1109\">Stable water parameters recommended<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1dcwfis\" data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1198\">\n<p data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1198\">A secure lid is advised, as nerite snails may occasionally climb above the waterline<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1381\"><strong data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1215\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1218\" \/>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=\"1383\" data-end=\"1626\"><strong data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1397\">Behaviour:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1400\" \/>Peaceful and active algae grazer. Spends most of its time moving across surfaces feeding on algae and biofilm. Like other nerite snails, they may lay eggs in freshwater, but the eggs will not hatch without brackish conditions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1771\"><strong data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1649\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1652\" \/>Beginner friendly. Hardy and beneficial, making them an excellent addition for both beginner and experienced aquarists.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1796\"><strong data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1794\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1937\">\n<li data-section-id=\"bvipr\" data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1831\">\n<p data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1831\">Temperature: 22\u201328\u00b0C (72\u201382\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"vr2unm\" data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1847\">\n<p data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1847\">pH: 6.5\u20138.0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1xae20w\" data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1874\">\n<p data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1874\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1wyv7qc\" data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1937\">\n<p data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1937\">Hardness: Moderate to hard water preferred for shell health.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yellow Lady Nerite Snail (Clithon sowerbyanum) Overview:The Yellow Lady Nerite Snail is a bright and attractive freshwater snail known for its vibrant yellow shell with subtle natural markings. 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