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Nerite Snails
Nerite Snails
Nerite Snails
Fish type Snail
Vendor JustFishyThing
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Pickup available at California
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Nerite Snails

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Overview

Nerite Snails — The Best Algae Eaters for Freshwater Tanks

Nerite Snails are widely considered the most effective algae-eating snails in the freshwater hobby. Available in a variety of patterns and shapes — including zebra, tiger, and horned varieties — they tirelessly graze on green spot algae, brown diatoms, and soft algae from glass, decor, and plant leaves. Best of all, they cannot reproduce in freshwater, so you'll never deal with population explosions.

Care Guide

  • Tank size: 5 gallons or larger; one snail per 5–10 gallons recommended
  • Water parameters: Temp 72–80°F, pH 7.0–8.5, GH 8–18 (hard, alkaline water keeps shells strong)
  • Diet: Algae specialist — green spot algae, diatoms, biofilm. Supplement with algae wafers or blanched vegetables in low-algae tanks
  • Tankmates: Peaceful with shrimp and most community fish. Avoid loaches, pufferfish, cichlids, and assassin snails

Variety

Random pick from our selection — zebra Nerite, tiger Nerite, horned, and other patterns. Each snail is unique.

Why Choose Our Nerite Snails

  • Healthy, active grazers — acclimated before shipping
  • Live arrival guarantee with fast US shipping
  • Heat or cold packs included as needed

Shipping and pickup

Live animals usually ship early in the week to reduce weekend transit delays.

Orders may be held when destination weather or carrier timing creates avoidable risk.

Local pickup is available when the order and pickup window are confirmed.

Quick facts

Attribute Details
Category Live Animals
Fish type Snail
Tank compatibility Community Safe
Vendor JustFishyThing

Tank setup

  1. Use a fully cycled aquarium before adding live animals.
  2. Match tank size, flow, and hiding spaces to the species.
  3. Temperature acclimation should be gradual after delivery or pickup.
  4. Avoid sharp decor that can damage fins or sensitive bodies.

Water parameters

  1. Keep ammonia and nitrite at 0 ppm before adding livestock.
  2. Maintain stable temperature and pH instead of chasing exact numbers.
  3. Perform regular water changes based on stocking level.

Feeding

  1. Feed a varied, species-appropriate diet and remove uneaten food promptly.
  2. Avoid overfeeding during the first day after arrival.

Compatibility

Review the product facts and current tank setup before introducing new livestock.

Live Arrival Guarantee

  • Eligible live-animal orders are covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
  • Approved DOA claims may receive a livestock refund or replacement.

DOA claim requirements

To qualify for Live Arrival Guarantee review:

  1. Inspect livestock immediately upon delivery.
  2. Photograph livestock inside the original unopened bag.
  3. Photograph the delivered packaging clearly.
  4. Submit the claim by email on the delivery day.

Claims without sealed-bag photos or same-day email submission may be rejected.

When Live Arrival Guarantee does not apply

  1. Carrier delays
  • Carrier delays can affect livestock health and are reviewed separately.
  • Shipping insurance claims depend on carrier rules and approval.
  • Contact us before shipment if unsafe weather requires a schedule change.
  1. Missed first delivery attempt
  • Monitor tracking on delivery day.
  • A missed first delivery attempt can void Live Arrival Guarantee coverage.
  1. Outdoor exposure in extreme weather

Coverage may be void if a package is left outdoors for more than 2 hours when:

  • Temperatures are below 45°F.
  • Temperatures are above 95°F.

Bring packages indoors promptly to reduce temperature stress.

Acclimation guide

  1. Bring the package indoors and inspect livestock before opening the bag.
  2. Float the sealed bag to temperature match.
  3. Acclimate gradually using clean aquarium water.
  4. Introduce livestock gently and keep lights low while they settle.

Tank setup

  1. Use a fully cycled aquarium before adding live animals.
  2. Match tank size, flow, and hiding spaces to the species.
  3. Temperature acclimation should be gradual after delivery or pickup.
  4. Avoid sharp decor that can damage fins or sensitive bodies.

Water parameters

  1. Keep ammonia and nitrite at 0 ppm before adding livestock.
  2. Maintain stable temperature and pH instead of chasing exact numbers.
  3. Perform regular water changes based on stocking level.

Feeding

  1. Feed a varied, species-appropriate diet and remove uneaten food promptly.
  2. Avoid overfeeding during the first day after arrival.

Compatibility

Review the product facts and current tank setup before introducing new livestock.

USPS Priority orders ship Monday or Tuesday. FedEx Overnight orders ship Monday through Wednesday.

Eligible orders are covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee within the first 3 days from ship date when shipping, care, and claim requirements are met.

Many listings are WYSIWYG and show the exact fish available. Product details will indicate when this applies.

Float the sealed bag to temperature match, then acclimate carefully before introducing your fish to the aquarium.

Yes. We offer beginner-friendly support and guides to help you choose healthy fish and compatible tank setups.

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