Margarita Snail - Reef Safe Algae Eating

The Margarita Snail (Margarites pupillus) is one of the most popular algae-eating snails for saltwater aquariums. With its attractive turban-shaped shell and voracious appetite for nuisance algae — including hair algae — this peaceful, reef-safe snail is a cleanup crew essential.

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• Tank Size: 10 gallons minimum
• Temperature: 68–78°F (20–26°C)
• pH: 8.0–8.4
• Salinity: 1.023–1.025 specific gravity
• Diet: Herbivore — algae including hair algae
• Temperament: Peaceful — reef safe, coral safe
• Max Size: 1 inch
• Copper Sensitivity: Yes — avoid copper meds