Cerith snails care is easy regardless of the type. They are all excellent scavengers. Cerith snails clean algae off of glass, plants, and decorations, they eat detritus, fish waste and keep your substrate clean. These snails are totally safe with any fish or shrimp. They are completely peaceful and will not bother anybody in the tank.

Name	Cerith Snails
Other Names	Creeper snails
Scientific Name	Cerithium sp.
Tank size (minimal)	5 gallons (~20 liters)
Keeping	Easy
Breeding	Moderate to difficult
Size	2 – 3 cm (~1 inch)
Optimal Temperature	22 – 27°C (~72°F – 80°F)
Water type	SG = 1.023 – 1.025
Optimal PH	8.0 – 8.5
Optimal KH	7 – 16
Nitrate	Less than 20 ppm
Diet	Omnivorous
Temperament	Peaceful
Life span	up to 3 years
Color Form	Light grey to brown

Cerith Snails

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