Cerith Snail - Cerithium spp.

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Cerith Snail

Scientific Name

Cerithium spp.

Reef Compatible

Yes

Care Level

Beginner

Disposition

Peaceful

Min. Tank Size

10 gallons

Mature Size

1 inch

Placement in tank

Any

Diet

Omnivore

Range

Eastern Pacific, Mexico, Caribbean

Size Class

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Description

Excellent for keeping substrate clean as well as glass and rock, the Cerith snail is a nocturnal feeder and will usually be less visible during daylight hours.

Diet

Will eat algae on rockwork, and glass. Cerith snails are also great for keeping sediment in the substrate. 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.