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About Nassarius Snail
Nassarius distortus is a small, carnivorous snail with a brownish to tan shell, typically featuring spiral ridges and a somewhat compressed spire. The shell reaches approximately 0.75 inches and displays a characteristic distorted or irregular aperture, from which the species name is derived.
Key facts
- Min tank size
- 20 gallons
- Appearance Description
- Nassarius distortus is a small, carnivorous snail with a brownish to tan shell, typically featuring spiral ridges and a somewhat compressed spire. The shell reaches approximately 0.75 inches and displays a characteristic distorted or irregular aperture, from which the species name is derived.
- Care Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Cleanup
- Family
- Nassariidae
- Compatibility
- Peaceful scavengers that coexist well with most fish and invertebrates. Avoid predatory snails and crustaceans that may prey on them.
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, East Africa, and extending to the central Pacific.
- Diet Details
- Detritivores that consume leftover food, algae, and dead organic matter. Supplement with sinking pellets or algae wafers if food is scarce.
- Category
- Snail
- Max Size
- 0.75
- Notes
- • Minimum 20 gallon tank • Temperature range: 72–78°F • Feeds on detritus, dead organisms, and meaty foods; scavenges actively across substrate • Maintain pH 8.1–8.3 and salinity 1.023–1.025 • Prefers established tanks with ample sand bed for burrowing behavior
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
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