Nassarius Snail (Nassarius distortus)
Invertebrate in the family Nassariidae. Beginner care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Diet and feeding
Detritivores that consume leftover food, algae, and dead organic matter. Supplement with sinking pellets or algae wafers if food is scarce.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, East Africa, and extending to the central Pacific.
Keeper 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
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