Our Guide To Keeping Batik Nerite Snail

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Neritina sp.
   • Common name: Batik Nerite Snail
   • Family: Neritidae
   • Origin: Southeast Asia, including Indonesia and Thailand
   • Adult size: Up to 2.5 cm
   • Lifespan: 1 to 2 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Batik Nerite Snails require a stable aquarium environment with good water quality.
   • Provide smooth surfaces such as rocks and driftwood for them to graze on.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Maintain a pH level between 7.0 to 8.5 and a water hardness of 5 to 12 dKH.
   • Keep the water temperature in the range of 22 to 28°C (72 to 82°F).

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Use a gentle filtration system to avoid strong water currents that may stress the snails.

5. Diet:

   • Batik Nerite Snails are herbivores and feed primarily on algae and biofilm.
   • Supplement their diet with algae wafers or blanched vegetables like zucchini or cucumber if algae is insufficient.

6. Tank mates:

   • Batik Nerite Snails are peaceful and can be kept with most freshwater fish and invertebrates.
   • They are particularly beneficial in community tanks for their algae-eating habits.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Batik Nerite Snails are active grazers and will constantly move around the tank in search of algae.
   • They are not known to bother other tank inhabitants and are generally compatible with a wide range of fish species.