Give your planted shrimp tank a powerful, natural clean-up crew with Live Nerite Snails — one of the most trusted algae eaters in the aquascaping and nano tank hobby. Nerites thrive in planted aquariums, working around-the-clock to remove green spot algae, soft film algae, diatoms, and leftover food that can foul water or trigger ammonia spikes. Their gentle behavior makes them an ideal companion for Neocaridina and Caridina shrimp, as they won’t compete with shrimp for food, won’t bother shrimplets, and won’t overpopulate your tank.
Unlike many snails, Nerites do not reproduce in freshwater, meaning no surprise infestations or shell overgrowth in your ecosystem. They stay small, peaceful, and graze continuously across glass, plants, wood, and rock surfaces — keeping leaves clean so light reaches deeper into your planted tank. This promotes healthy growth, reduces algae blooms naturally, and helps shrimp colonies thrive in a stable, low-maintenance environment.
These snails are perfect for:
✨ Neocaridina shrimp tanks
✨ Caridina bee/taiwan bee setups
✨ Nano aquascapes + light-tech planted tanks
✨ Betta and community aquariums
✨ Algae-prone tanks needing natural balance
Nerites are hardy and adaptable, making them an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced aquascapers. Their cleanup ability supports biofilm-grazing shrimp while improving water clarity — all without chemicals or algae scrapers.
Shell patterns will be selected at random unless you message me directly or leave a customization note at checkout. If you have a specific look in mind (zebra, tiger, olive, spotted, horned, etc.), I’ll do my best to match your request.
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