{"product_id":"neritina-natalensis-batik-nerite-snail","title":"Batik Nerite Snail - Neritina natalensis","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBatik Nerite Snail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeritina natalensis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a striking freshwater snail prized for its unique shell patterns and excellent algae-eating ability. Each snail features a naturally occurring mix of rich amber, brown, black, and golden tones arranged in intricate spots, bands, and batik-like markings, making every individual slightly different.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBatik Nerite Snails are peaceful, hardy, and well suited for planted aquariums, community tanks, and aquascapes. They spend much of their time grazing on algae, biofilm, and other naturally occurring surface growth from aquarium glass, rocks, driftwood, and décor. Unlike many common pest snails, Nerite Snails \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewill not reproduce successfully in freshwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making them an excellent choice for aquarists who want effective algae control without an unwanted population boom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful, highly variable batik-style shell patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent natural algae and biofilm grazer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful and safe with most community fish and shrimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes not damage healthy aquarium plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill not reproduce successfully in freshwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for planted tanks, aquascapes, and mature community aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeritina natalensis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Batik Nerite Snail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 2–3 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 22–28°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7.0–8.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate to hard water preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Algae, biofilm, diatoms, and supplemental algae-based foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best shell development, Batik Nerite Snails should be kept in water with adequate calcium and mineral content. Avoid keeping them in very soft or acidic water for prolonged periods, as this may lead to shell erosion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNerite Snails may occasionally leave small white eggs on hard surfaces in the aquarium. These eggs typically \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edo not hatch in freshwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and are harmless. They can be easily removed with a razor blade. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA colourful, practical, and low-maintenance addition to the aquarium, the Batik Nerite Snail is an excellent choice for aquarists looking for both natural algae control and an eye-catching cleanup crew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaFloraCanada","offers":[{"title":"3 Pack ($5.99 each)","offer_id":51569487413554,"sku":null,"price":17.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 pack ($5.75 each)","offer_id":51569487446322,"sku":null,"price":28.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 pack ($4.99 each)","offer_id":51569487479090,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 pack ($4 each) Best Value!","offer_id":51569487511858,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/4355\/6658\/files\/ChatGPTImageAug13_2026_07_35_11PM.png?v=1786664422","url":"https:\/\/aquafloracanada.ca\/products\/neritina-natalensis-batik-nerite-snail","provider":"AquaFloraCanada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}