{"product_id":"pink-lady-nerite-snail-clithon-sowerbyanum-freshwater-algae-eating-snail","title":"Pink Lady Nerite Snail - Algae Eating","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Pink Lady Nerite Snail (\u003cem\u003eClithon sowerbyanum\u003c\/em\u003e) is a tiny but stunning freshwater snail prized for its vibrant pink shell with dark markings. Despite their small size, these snails are algae-eating powerhouses — efficiently cleaning glass, plants, and decor of green spot algae, diatoms, and biofilm. Peaceful, beginner-friendly, and safe with shrimp, they make an excellent addition to any planted or community tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLooking for more invertebrates? Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/invertebrates\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInvertebrates\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/freshwater-invertebrates\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFreshwater Invertebrates\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 gallons minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–78°F (22–26°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–15 (harder water preferred for shell health)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grazer — filamentous algae, diatoms, biofilm; supplement with algae wafers and blanched vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful — completely safe with all community species\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopper Sensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — avoid all copper-based medications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePink Lady Nerite Snail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClithon sowerbyanum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNerite Snail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBeginner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIndonesia (wild-collected)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1–2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePink Lady Nerites are entirely peaceful and one of the most popular algae-eaters for community tanks. They require a secure lid as they are known to climb out. They will not harm plants or other tank inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood tank mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community fish, shrimp (cherry, Amano), other nerites, mystery snails, Corydoras, peaceful tetras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loaches, pufferfish, cichlids, assassin snails, and any tank using copper-based medications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill they overpopulate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Nerite snails require brackish water to breed. In a freshwater tank they may lay eggs that will not hatch, so population is self-limiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many should I get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 nerite per 5 gallons is a good ratio. For heavy algae, 1 per 2–3 gallons works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill they eat my plants?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Nerites are strict algae grazers and leave live plants alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy did my nerite flip upside down?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNerites can't right themselves if they land on their back. Gently turn them over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Live Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAll invertebrates ship via USPS Priority or UPS Next Day. Inverts are individually bagged with insulated packaging and heat or cold packs as needed for safe transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e We guarantee live arrival. If any invertebrate arrives DOA, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with a clear photo in the unopened bag. We will issue a full refund or replacement at our discretion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Carolina Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48644898324699,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_c9317143-ff1a-48b7-86eb-8d238d2e99c8.png?v=1777041079","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/pink-lady-nerite-snail-clithon-sowerbyanum-freshwater-algae-eating-snail","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}