Nassarius Snails

Meet the Nassarius Snail: A Tiny Scavenger with a Big Appetite The Nassarius Snail may be small, but it packs a mighty appetite. This little critter effortlessly glides through your aquarium, on a never-ending quest for food. An efficient scavenger and detritus eater, it's the perfect addition to your reef aquarium cleanup crew. You'll be amazed at how a small group of Nassarius Snails can swiftly clear away detritus, uneaten food, decaying organics, and fish waste. Characteristics: The Nassarius Snail is a petite scavenger with an oval, spiral shell that resembles an olive pit. It has a preference for burrowing in the sand, often leaving its long, tube-like siphon protruding from the substrate. As it scavenges for food, the Nassarius Snail not only helps prevent substrate compaction but also contributes to substrate aeration. Ideal Aquarium Environment: Nassarius Snails thrive in well-established aquariums with live rock and a deep sand bed. However, they are sensitive to high nitrat