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About Turbo Snail
Turbo fluctuosa is a large turbinid snail with a robust, conical shell that displays a mottled gray and white coloration with radiating ridges. It has a heavy, operculum (trapdoor) and can retreat completely into its shell for protection.
Key facts
- Compatibility
- Turbo snails are peaceful and compatible with most reef inhabitants. They may be predated upon by large fish or aggressive crustaceans.
- Type
- Snail
- Notes
- • Excellent algae grazer for controlling film and filamentous algae on rocks and substrate • Minimum 30 gallon tank recommended; larger tanks provide more foraging area and stability • Maintain temperature 72–78°F, pH 8.1–8.4, and salinity 1.023–1.026 • Nocturnal herbivore; feeds primarily on microalgae; supplement with dried seaweed if algae is scarce • Hardy and easy to care for; ensure strong water flow and stable conditions to prevent stress
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.4 Salinity: 1.023-1.026
- Appearance Description
- Turbo fluctuosa is a large turbinid snail with a robust, conical shell that displays a mottled gray and white coloration with radiating ridges. It has a heavy, operculum (trapdoor) and can retreat completely into its shell for protection.
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
- Max Size
- 2
- Family
- Turbinidae
- Care Level
- Beginner
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region, including the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding coral reef systems.
- Diet Details
- Turbo snails are voracious algae grazers, consuming diatoms, green algae, and detritus. They prefer established tanks with abundant microalgae and will accept algae wafers if natural food is scarce.
- Category
- Algae Eater
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