Margarita Snail – Margarites pupillus

Margarita Snail – Margarites pupillus

Product Description:

Margarita Snails (Margarites pupillus) are prized for their efficient algae-grazing abilities, making them a popular choice among marine aquarists. These snails are not only functional but also add a charming touch to your aquarium with their smooth, glossy shells and compact size.

Key Features:

1. Effective Algae Control: Margarita Snails are excellent at consuming various types of algae, including diatoms, green film algae, and cyanobacteria. They help keep your tank surfaces clean and clear.

2. Attractive Appearance: With their smooth, rounded black shells, Margarita Snails add a subtle but attractive element to your aquarium decor.

3. Hardy and Adaptable: These snails are known for their resilience and ability to adapt to a wide range of marine environments, making them suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists.

4. Peaceful and Reef-Safe: Margarita Snails are non-aggressive and safe for reef tanks. They coexist harmoniously with corals, fish, and other invertebrates, posing no threat to other tank inhabitants.

5. Low Maintenance: Margarita Snails are easy to care for, requiring minimal intervention. They naturally feed on algae, reducing the need for supplemental feeding.

Care Instructions:

• Water Parameters: Maintain a temperature range of 72-78F (22-26C) with a pH level between 8.1-8.4. Stable salinity and water quality are essential for their health and longevity.

• Diet: Margarita Snails primarily feed on algae. In tanks with insufficient algae, you can supplement their diet with algae wafers or vegetable matter like blanched spinach or zucchini.

• Tank Compatibility: These snails are peaceful and can be kept with most marine fish, corals, and invertebrates. Avoid housing them with species that may prey on snails.

Maximum Size: Margarita Snails can grow up to 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter.