Orange Chestnut Turban Snail - Turbo castanea var.

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Orange Chestnut Turban Snail

Scientific Name

Turbo castanea var.

Reef Compatible

Yes

Care Level

Beginner

Disposition

Peaceful

Minimum Tank Size

24 gallons

Mature Size

2 inches

Placement in tank

Any

Diet

Herbivore

Range

Caribbean

Size Class

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Other Common Names

Orange Cat Eye Snail

Description

Although these snails normally have a bright orange shell that is attractive, they are not prized for their shells as much as their monster-like ability to eat vast amounts of algae. Unlike their Mexican Turbo cousin, these snails will not grow large and are less likely to knock over rockwork and corals. May come in shades of orange, tan, rust, brown and similar variations.

Diet

Will climb on glass and rock consuming hair algae. No supplemental feedings are necessary unless there is not enough algae in the aquarium, then it is recommended to wrap a piece of dried seaweed around a rock and place in the aquarium.