Nassarius
Nassarius sp.
Neptune’s rating:
59- AffordabilityModerate
- Aggression LevelVery Peaceful
- DifficultyChallenging
- HardinessResilient
- Maintenance LevelLow Maintenance
- pH8.1 - 8.1
- PopularityModerate
- RarityUncommon
- Territorial BehaviourModerately Territorial
- VibrancyModerately Vibrant
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Nassarius
The Nassarius Snail is a small yet highly effective marine invertebrate known for its scavenging behavior, making it an invaluable part of the aquarium clean-up crew. Characterized by its pointed, spiral shell, the Nassarius Snail thrives in temperatures between 22-28°C and a pH range of 8.1-8.4. Typically reaching a maximum size of about 2-3 cm, these snails are peaceful and spend most of their time buried in the substrate, emerging to feed on detritus and uneaten food. Popular among aquarists for their hardiness and efficiency in maintaining a clean tank, Nassarius Snails are a great addition to any marine aquarium.
Did you know?
Nassarius Snails have ann incredible sense of smell, allowing them to detect food from a distance and quickly emerge from the sand to scavenge.