{"id":25677,"date":"2026-03-14T11:03:13","date_gmt":"2026-03-14T11:03:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?post_type=product&#038;p=25677"},"modified":"2026-03-14T11:04:23","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T11:04:23","slug":"red-spotted-snail-neritina-2cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=red-spotted-snail-neritina-2cm","title":{"rendered":"Red Spotted Snail Neritina 2cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"149\"><strong data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"149\">Red Spotted Nerite Snail (<em data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"142\">Neritina<\/em> sp.)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"465\"><strong data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"164\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"167\" \/>The Red Spotted Nerite Snail is a beautiful freshwater snail admired for its dark shell decorated with vibrant red or reddish-orange spots. This striking pattern, combined with its excellent algae-eating ability, makes it both a decorative and practical addition to planted and community aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"647\"><strong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"478\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"481\" \/>Native to Southeast Asia and Indo-Pacific coastal regions, <em data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"550\">Neritina<\/em> species are commonly found in rivers, streams, and estuarine habitats with clean, flowing water.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"894\"><strong data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"661\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"664\" \/>Primarily herbivorous. Feeds on algae, biofilm, and micro-organisms growing on aquarium 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=\"896\" data-end=\"928\"><strong data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"926\">Tank \/ Setup Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"1159\">\n<li data-section-id=\"yujcqu\" data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"973\">\n<p data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"973\">Minimum tank size: 20 litres (5 gallons)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1m0lo6n\" data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1035\">\n<p data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"1035\">Provide rocks, driftwood, and plants for grazing surfaces<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ic26vz\" data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1075\">\n<p data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1075\">Stable water parameters recommended<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"dak7ov\" data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1159\">\n<p data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1159\">Secure lid advised, as nerite snails may occasionally climb above the waterline<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1333\"><strong data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1176\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1179\" \/>Suitable for peaceful community aquariums with most small fish, shrimp, and other invertebrates. Avoid snail-eating fish such as puffers or large loaches.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1570\"><strong data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1349\">Behaviour:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1352\" \/>Peaceful and active algae grazer. Constantly moves 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 water conditions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1698\"><strong data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1593\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1596\" \/>Beginner friendly. Hardy and easy to maintain, making them ideal for planted aquariums and aquascapes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1723\"><strong data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1721\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1864\">\n<li data-section-id=\"bvipr\" data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1758\">\n<p data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1758\">Temperature: 22\u201328\u00b0C (72\u201382\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"vr2unm\" data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1774\">\n<p data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1774\">pH: 6.5\u20138.0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1xae20w\" data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1801\">\n<p data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1801\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1wyv7qc\" data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1864\">\n<p data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1864\">Hardness: Moderate to hard water preferred for shell health.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Red Spotted Nerite Snail (Neritina sp.) 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