Cowrie (Cypraea sp.)
Invertebrate in the family Cypraeidae. Beginner care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Diet and feeding
Omnivorous grazers that consume algae, detritus, and organic matter on substrate and rockwork. Feed supplemental dried seaweed or spirulina if natural food sources are insufficient.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea and East Africa to Hawaii and the central Pacific.
Keeper notes
• Minimum 20 gallon tank • Nocturnal, reclusive grazer; provide plenty of rockwork and hiding spots • Feed on algae, detritus, and biofilm; supplement with dried seaweed if algae growth is sparse • Maintain temperature 75–80°F and salinity 1.023–1.025 • Do not expose to air; handle minimally to avoid stress
Log Cowrie in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Cowrie alongside everything else in your reef.
