Astraea Turbo Snail

Understanding the Astraea Turbo Snail

Low care level.

Care Parameters:

• Tank Size: 20 gallons.
• Water Parameters:
  • Temperature: 72°F to 78°F
  • pH Level: 8.0 to 8.3
  • Salinity: 1.023 to 1.025
• Tank Environment:
  • Provide ample rocks and crevices for grazing
  • Soft sandy substrate
• Compatibility:
  • Peaceful community tank member
• Feeding:
• Herbivore
• Feeds on algae and detritus
  
• Behavior:
  • Active during the night, resting during the day
• Reef Compatible
• Yes

What is the Astraea Turbo Snail?

The Astraea Turbo Snail, often referred to simply as the Turbo Snail, is a popular choice for aquarium enthusiasts. This small marine snail thrives in saltwater environments and is well-known for its remarkable algae-eating capabilities. Because it feeds on different types of algae, it helps maintain a cleaner and healthier aquarium environment, making it essential for aquarists who want to keep their tanks free of excess algae.

Benefits of Keeping Astraea Turbo Snails

Keeping Astraea Turbo Snails in your aquarium provides several benefits. For one, they effectively graze on green film algae, preventing it from taking over your tank. However, these snails also contribute to the overall balance of your aquarium’s ecosystem by promoting healthy water quality. Therefore, their presence can lead to less frequent water changes, saving you both time and effort in tank maintenance.

Care and Maintenance of Astraea Turbo Snails

Astraea Turbo Snails are relatively easy to care for, but their needs should be met for them to thrive. They require a well-oxygenated environment, so ensure that your aquarium has proper filtration and circulation. Additionally, providing a varied diet of algae and additional food supplements can keep them healthy and active. Because of their slow movement, these snails should also be kept in tanks where they are safe from aggressive fish species that might harm them.