3 King Koopa Nerite Snail – Algae Eater | Live Freshwater Snail

The King Koopa Nerite Snail – a beautiful and efficient algae eater! Named for its vibrant, spiky shell pattern that resembles the iconic video game villain, this snail is a must-have for any freshwater tank. They are completely peaceful, low-maintenance, and do not reproduce in freshwater, making them ideal for aquascapers and shrimp keepers alike.

You will receive one (1) King Koopa Nerite Snail, approximately 0.5–1 inch in size.

Tank Requirements:

• Temperature: 72–82°F

• pH: 7.0–8.2

• Water Hardness: Medium to hard (helps with shell health)

• Tank Size: 5 gallons and up

• Compatibility: Excellent for peaceful community tanks, shrimp tanks, and planted setups

• Diet: Algae, biofilm, leftover food, blanched veggies (zucchini, spinach)

  Why Choose King Koopa Nerites?

  • Efficient algae eaters (diatoms, green spot algae, film)

  • Unique shell patterns with spikes – each one is different!

  • Safe for plants and shrimp

  • Won’t overpopulate your tank

  • Completely peaceful and low-maintenance