Astrea Snail

Astraea tecta:

• Aquarist Experience Level: Beginner   
• Average mature size : 1 inches 
• Temperament: Peaceful 
• Reef Compatibility: Yes
• Aquarium Hardiness: High
• Temperature: 72.0 to 78.0° F

Description:

The Astraea Turbo Snail is not only fascinating to watch in your aquarium but also excels at cleaning algae-covered live rock. This efficient herbivore targets nuisance hair algae, cyanobacteria, and diatoms, often consuming the entire hair algae structure to inhibit regrowth. Additionally, it helps keep aquarium glass clear. Sensitive to elevated nitrate levels and intolerant of copper-based treatments, the Astraea Turbo Snail should be acclimated slowly, ideally through drip acclimation over several hours, to ensure its health and effectiveness.