Tiger Nerite Snail (Neritina semiconica) Care Guide

A beautifully patterned nerite snail with orange to amber shell covered in dark tiger-like stripes. Thrives in freshwater but may benefit from slightly brackish conditions.

Overview

Neritina semiconica is a species in the family Neritidae. A beautifully patterned nerite snail with orange to amber shell covered in dark tiger-like stripes. Thrives in freshwater but may benefit from slightly brackish conditions. Excellent algae eater that will not reproduce in freshwater aquariums.

Taxonomy

Family: Neritidae
Genus: Neritina
Scientific name: Neritina semiconica
Other names: Tiger Snail
Origin: Africa, Southeast Asia

Habitat

A nerite snail (Neritina semiconica) from coastal streams and estuaries of East Africa and Southeast Asia. A dedicated algae grazer that keeps glass and hardscape clean; like other nerites it cannot complete its larval cycle in fresh water.

Tank requirements

Minimum tank volume: 20 L
Temperature: 22-28 °C
pH: 7-8.5
GH: 6-18 °dGH
Water flow: low
Adult size: 2-3 cm
Lifespan: 1-3 years
Difficulty: beginner

Diet

Classified as herbivore. Recommended feeding frequency: 1x daily. In captivity, offer a varied diet appropriate to the species — quality prepared foods supplemented with frozen or live items of suitable size.

Compatibility

Temperament: peaceful
Position in tank: bottom
Compatible tank mates: Any Peaceful Fish, Cherry Shrimp, Corydoras
Avoid with: Assassin Snail, Clown Loach, Puffer Fish

Breeding

Breeding strategy: egg-layer
Breeding difficulty: advanced