Batik Nerite Snail

The Batik Nerite Snail is a species of freshwater snail belonging to the family Neritidae.They are native to Indonesia and are commonly found in rivers and streams.

These snails are highly sought after in the aquarium hobby due to their unique coloration and patterns. They have a dark brown or black shell with intricate yellow or orange lines that resemble batik fabric.

These snails are popular in aquariums as they help to clean the tank by consuming algae and other organic matter. They are also relatively small in size, growing to only about 1 inch in length, making them suitable for smaller aquarium setups.

They require a tank with clean and stable water conditions. They prefer a slightly alkaline pH and moderate water hardness. They are also sensitive to high levels of ammonia and nitrites, so it’s important to keep up with regular water changes.

Batik Nerite Snails are a beautiful and beneficial addition to any freshwater aquarium.

II. You would love the fish because…

The Batik Nerite Snail is a stunningly stamped species that is a genuine champion for the nano and established aquarium!

The Batik Nerite Snail (Neritina variegated) is a one-of-a-kind species of nerite that is native to Indonesia. It is distinguished by its striking, psychedelic coloration of black and gold. It is relatively long-lived among its relatives because it can live for more than four years.

The majority of the nerite snails we offer have very much like consideration prerequisites and attributes, and the Batik Nerite Snail is no special case. It can’t reproduce in freshwater, so it lives in areas with both fresh and brackish water.

This snail is an exceptionally successful green growth eater and will flourish in a full grown aquarium that has a lot of green growth and biofilm development.

III. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?

Peaceful pets.

IV. Species compatibility

Guppies, Platies, Mollies, Swordtails and Tetras

V. How to feed this species?

Snails primarily consume algae in your tank. They’re quite efficient at it, which is why they’re so popular in the aquarium industry. They can sometimes be so good that they hoover the entire tank clean and there aren’t enough algae left.

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