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Red Racer Nerite Snail
Regular price
$27.98
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Scientific Name: Vittina waigiensis
Common Name: Red Racer Nerite Snail
Origin: Southeast Asia (brackish and freshwater rivers and streams)
Adult Size: 1–1.5 inches
Lifespan: 2–3 years
Temperament: Peaceful, non-aggressive
Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons
Water Parameters:
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Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
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pH: 7.0–8.2
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Hardness: Moderate to hard (essential for shell health)
Tank Setup:
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Secure lid—Nerites may climb out
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Works in freshwater, but brackish origins mean they tolerate harder water well
-
Ideal for planted, shrimp, or peaceful community tanks
Diet:
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Algae eater—cleans glass, rocks, and plants
-
Supplement with algae wafers or blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach)
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Avoid copper—it's toxic to invertebrates
Behavior:
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Will not reproduce in freshwater (eggs may be laid but won’t hatch)
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Constant grazer—very active for a snail
-
Distinctive red, yellow, and black racing-stripe shell patterns
Tips:
-
Great for controlling algae in nano and display tanks
-
Keep calcium levels up for healthy shells (cuttlebone or liquid supplements)
-
One snail per 5–10 gallons is typically sufficient for algae control
Scientific Name: Vittina waigiensis
Common Name: Red Racer Nerite Snail
Origin: Southeast Asia (brackish and freshwater rivers and streams)
Adult Size: 1–1.5 inches
Lifespan: 2–3 years
Temperament: Peaceful, non-aggressive
Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons
Water Parameters:
-
Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
-
pH: 7.0–8.2
-
Hardness: Moderate to hard (essential for shell health)
Tank Setup:
-
Secure lid—Nerites may climb out
-
Works in freshwater, but brackish origins mean they tolerate harder water well
-
Ideal for planted, shrimp, or peaceful community tanks
Diet:
-
Algae eater—cleans glass, rocks, and plants
-
Supplement with algae wafers or blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach)
-
Avoid copper—it's toxic to invertebrates
Behavior:
-
Will not reproduce in freshwater (eggs may be laid but won’t hatch)
-
Constant grazer—very active for a snail
-
Distinctive red, yellow, and black racing-stripe shell patterns
Tips:
-
Great for controlling algae in nano and display tanks
-
Keep calcium levels up for healthy shells (cuttlebone or liquid supplements)
-
One snail per 5–10 gallons is typically sufficient for algae control
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
Regular price
$27.98
Count
Scientific Name: Vittina waigiensis
Common Name: Red Racer Nerite Snail
Origin: Southeast Asia (brackish and freshwater rivers and streams)
Adult Size: 1–1.5 inches
Lifespan: 2–3 years
Temperament: Peaceful, non-aggressive
Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons
Water Parameters:
-
Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
-
pH: 7.0–8.2
-
Hardness: Moderate to hard (essential for shell health)
Tank Setup:
-
Secure lid—Nerites may climb out
-
Works in freshwater, but brackish origins mean they tolerate harder water well
-
Ideal for planted, shrimp, or peaceful community tanks
Diet:
-
Algae eater—cleans glass, rocks, and plants
-
Supplement with algae wafers or blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach)
-
Avoid copper—it's toxic to invertebrates
Behavior:
-
Will not reproduce in freshwater (eggs may be laid but won’t hatch)
-
Constant grazer—very active for a snail
-
Distinctive red, yellow, and black racing-stripe shell patterns
Tips:
-
Great for controlling algae in nano and display tanks
-
Keep calcium levels up for healthy shells (cuttlebone or liquid supplements)
-
One snail per 5–10 gallons is typically sufficient for algae control
Scientific Name: Vittina waigiensis
Common Name: Red Racer Nerite Snail
Origin: Southeast Asia (brackish and freshwater rivers and streams)
Adult Size: 1–1.5 inches
Lifespan: 2–3 years
Temperament: Peaceful, non-aggressive
Tank Size: Minimum 5 gallons
Water Parameters:
-
Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
-
pH: 7.0–8.2
-
Hardness: Moderate to hard (essential for shell health)
Tank Setup:
-
Secure lid—Nerites may climb out
-
Works in freshwater, but brackish origins mean they tolerate harder water well
-
Ideal for planted, shrimp, or peaceful community tanks
Diet:
-
Algae eater—cleans glass, rocks, and plants
-
Supplement with algae wafers or blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach)
-
Avoid copper—it's toxic to invertebrates
Behavior:
-
Will not reproduce in freshwater (eggs may be laid but won’t hatch)
-
Constant grazer—very active for a snail
-
Distinctive red, yellow, and black racing-stripe shell patterns
Tips:
-
Great for controlling algae in nano and display tanks
-
Keep calcium levels up for healthy shells (cuttlebone or liquid supplements)
-
One snail per 5–10 gallons is typically sufficient for algae control
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
