Bumblebee Snail (Engina mendicaria)
Invertebrate in the family Engonellidae. Easy care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Diet and feeding
Carnivorous detritivore that feeds on uneaten food, decaying matter, and small invertebrates. Supplements with prepared meaty foods and occasional blanched vegetables.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, including the Philippines, Indonesia, and Great Barrier Reef areas.
Keeper notes
• Minimum 10 gallon tank • Reef-safe scavenger that eats detritus, leftover food, and some algae • Maintain temperature 72–78°F, pH 8.1–8.3, salinity 1.023–1.026 • Provide rock crevices and stable conditions; nocturnal but occasionally active during day • May be sensitive to sudden water changes; acclimate carefully
Log Bumblebee Snail in your reef tank
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