Easy to intermediate
Chocolate Cherry Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi)
18–26°C · pH 6.5–8 · 30L
£13.99
Mixed Nerite Snails for peaceful freshwater aquariums, planted tanks and shrimp-safe algae grazing. Includes care notes, Live Arrival Guarantee and UK livestock delivery.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Neritina sp.
Mixed Nerite Snails are a shoaling species — they need 6+ to feel safe and show their full colour. Larger shoals stay calmer, eat better, and look stunning.
Mixed Nerite Snails for peaceful freshwater aquariums, planted tanks and shrimp-safe algae grazing. Includes care notes, Live Arrival Guarantee and UK livestock delivery.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Nerite snails are the ultimate algae-eating machine. They devour green algae, diatoms, and biofilm without eating your plants — and they can't breed in freshwater.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Mixed Nerite Snails (Neritina sp.) are peaceful freshwater aquarium snails chosen for steady algae grazing, compact adult size and attractive shell patterns. This assorted group may include zebra, tiger, spotted, red-spotted or horned-type nerites depending on the batch, so each animal can look slightly different while sharing the same useful role in the aquarium.
They are especially popular in planted tanks, shrimp aquariums and community setups because they graze glass, wood, rock and broad plant leaves without digging up plants or chasing tank mates. Unlike many freshwater snails, nerites do not multiply into large populations in a normal freshwater aquarium. They may lay small white eggs on hard surfaces, but the larvae need brackish or marine conditions to develop, so they will not overrun the tank.
This listing is written for the actual K811 Mixed Nerite Snails product. It keeps the useful existing care facts, removes awkward repeated search phrases, and adds more visible detail so customers and search engines can understand what the animal is, how it should be kept and why it is suitable for a mature aquarium.
| Product | Mixed Nerite Snails |
|---|---|
| Scientific name | Neritina sp. |
| SKU | K811 |
| Typical adult size | About 2.5 cm |
| Care level | Easy when kept in mature, stable water |
| Temperament | Peaceful algae-grazing invertebrate |
| Best suited to | Freshwater community tanks, planted aquariums and shrimp-safe setups |
| Minimum aquarium | 10 litres for one snail; larger tanks are easier to keep stable |
| Diet | Algae, biofilm, algae wafers and occasional blanched vegetables |
Mixed nerites are sold for their variety as well as their usefulness. Shells may show clean stripes, spotted markings, warm red or orange tones, dark zigzags, olive-brown patterning or small horn-like projections. The exact mix depends on the supplier batch, so the snail you receive may not be identical to the product photograph, but it will be from the same nerite-style mixed group.
Healthy nerites have a firm, well-formed shell and a strong foot that grips glass and hardscape. Shell edge wear can happen in very soft or acidic water, so mineral content matters more for long-term health than many beginner guides suggest.
| Temperature | 22-28°C |
|---|---|
| pH | 7.0-8.5 |
| General hardness | 8-20 dGH |
| Carbonate hardness | Moderate to high KH is preferred for shell support |
| Tank maturity | Best added to a cycled aquarium with natural algae or biofilm |
| Cover | A fitted lid is recommended because nerites can explore above the waterline |
| Avoid | Copper medications, unstable new tanks and very soft acidic water |
Nerite snails are hardy once settled, but they are still sensitive to sudden changes. A mature aquarium with stable temperature, clean water and mineral-rich conditions gives them the best chance of long-term shell health. Smooth stones, wood, broad-leaved plants and aquarium glass all provide grazing surfaces. Strong uncovered filter intakes should be protected because small snails can investigate tight spaces.
| Natural grazing | Film algae, soft green algae and biofilm on glass, wood and rock |
|---|---|
| Supplement foods | Algae wafers, spirulina tabs, blanched courgette, spinach or cucumber |
| Feeding frequency | Supplement lightly when visible algae is low |
| Plant safety | Generally safe with healthy aquarium plants |
| Waste level | Low, but still counts toward the aquarium bioload |
These snails are useful cleaners, but they are not a substitute for water changes, balanced lighting or good filtration. If the tank is spotless, they can slowly starve, so watch their activity and supplement when needed. Remove uneaten vegetables after a few hours to keep the water clean.
| Good tank mates | Small peaceful community fish, rasboras, tetras, corydoras, livebearers, peaceful shrimp and other calm snails |
|---|---|
| Use caution | Very boisterous fish that may pick at antennae or knock snails from surfaces |
| Avoid | Pufferfish, snail-eating loaches, assassin snails, large cichlids and any fish known to crush invertebrates |
| Shrimp tanks | Usually suitable when water is hard enough for both shrimp and snails |
| Breeding in freshwater | Eggs may appear, but they do not develop into a freshwater population explosion |
Mixed Nerite Snails are peaceful and spend most of their time grazing. They will not bother fish fry, shrimp or plants, but their shells do not protect them from specialist snail predators. If the aquarium already contains a snail-eating species, choose a different clean-up crew.
| On arrival | Float to equalise temperature, then acclimate slowly before release |
|---|---|
| First 24 hours | A snail may stay closed while it recovers from transport |
| Best release point | Place gently on glass, wood or a smooth stone rather than dropping onto substrate |
| Early check | Look for grip, movement and grazing once settled |
| Guarantee | Covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee when the delivery instructions are followed |
Slow acclimation is important because invertebrates dislike fast changes in pH, hardness and temperature. Keep the lights low after release and let the snail choose its own grazing route. If it remains shut for a short period, give it time before moving it again.
K811 Mixed Nerite Snails are a practical choice when you want natural algae control without adding a fish that needs more swimming room. They suit aquascapes, nano aquariums and peaceful community tanks, and their mixed shell patterns add small but visible detail to the hardscape.
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Your snails are packed for safe UK livestock delivery and supported by our Live Arrival Guarantee. First-time customers can use WELCOME10 where eligible. Availability can change with supplier batches, and mixed nerites may vary in pattern, so please use the care details above as the main guide when deciding if this invertebrate suits your aquarium.
If you are building a planted or algae-control setup, compare this product with our nerite snail collection, browse more freshwater snails, read the nerite snail care guide, or continue through the wider freshwater invertebrates range.
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