🎨 Appearance

• Shell Pattern: Bold black stripes over a golden-yellow background — no two look exactly the same

• Size: Up to 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter

• Body Color: Dark brown or black

• Operculum: Yes (they can fully seal themselves inside their shell)

🍽️ Diet and Feeding

Zebra Nerite Snails are algae-eating specialists:

• Green spot algae, soft film algae on glass, plants, and decorations

• Will not eat live plants

• May accept algae wafers or blanched veggies if algae is limited

• Do not need frequent supplemental feeding in well-established tanks

🤝 Temperament and Compatibility

• Peaceful and completely non-aggressive

• Ideal for shrimp tanks, community aquariums, and nano setups

• Can be kept solo or in small groups

• Should not be housed with snail-eating fish like loaches or puffers

🧬 Reproduction

• Cannot breed in freshwater – eggs are laid but do not hatch

• Eggs are small, white, and hard; can be scraped off glass/decor if unsightly

• No risk of overpopulation, unlike Ramshorn or Bladder snails

📏 Size and Lifespan

• Adult Size: Up to 1 inch

• Lifespan: 1–2 years with good care

• Need calcium in their diet and water for strong, healthy shells

✅ Why Choose a Zebra Nerite Snail?

• One of the best algae eaters in the hobby

• Stunning striped shell adds visual interest

• Won’t overpopulate — perfect for display tanks

• Safe with shrimp, plants, and peaceful fish

• Hardy and low-maintenance — great for beginners