Nerite Snail
Nerite Snail
Nerite Snail

Nerite Snail

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Size : 2mm- 5mm. DOA Not covered for free ones.

Nerite snails are one of the best options when trying to keep your tank clean, whether it’s freshwater or saltwater. They spend most of their time moving around the tank, consuming any algae in their path.

Snails are ideal for beginner, as they are likely to make a few mistakes. They are very easy to care for and have few demands once you’ve added them to your tank.

They are also easy to breed so your snail population can quickly multiply.

At less than an inch long they won’t worry anyone who’s space conscious and they can be kept in smaller tanks.

Q: How much is postage cost?
A: All dry goods are $8.95 flat, $11.95 Express for plants  and live stock are $20 express postage flat. Free Posage over $150.

Q: Where do we ship ?
A: We ship Australia wide but Live stock are not shipped to WA,NT & Tasmania because of the state law.

Q: When will out of stock item be back?
A: Stock are updated every day. So you just have to come back to website to see if it is back in stock.

Q: Can I return the item back?
A: All dry stock can be returned back. Live goods are not refundable. Shipping cost will be deducted upon return of the item and also customer is responsible to send the item back.


We dont ship Live stock and plants to WA,NT & Tasmania because of the state law.

We do ship dry goods.
Drip acclimation is a method used to gradually introduce aquatic animals, such as shrimp, snails, and fish, to their new tank environment after transport. It helps them adjust to the water parameters and temperature differences between the transport bag and the tank. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to drip acclimate your aquatic animals:

Step 1: Prepare the necessary materials

Clean bucket or container large enough 
Airline tubing
Air pump (optional but recommended)
Adjustable valve or knot (to regulate the flow of water) or get a abquatics drip kit
Clean, dechlorinated water (ideally matching the temperature and pH of your tank)


Step 2: Set up the drip acclimation system

Fill a clean bucket or container with the clean, dechlorinated water.
Attach one end of the airline tubing to an air pump (if using) and place the other end inside the bucket. Make sure it reaches the bottom of the container.

Step 3: Start the drip

Open the bag containing the aquatic animals and carefully pour the entire contents into the bucket, including the water from the transport bag.
Start a siphon by sucking on the free end of the airline tubing or use a siphon starter. This will initiate a slow drip of water into the bucket.

Step 4: Adjust the drip rate

Use an adjustable valve or tie a knot in the airline tubing to regulate the drip rate. Aim for approximately 2-4 drips per second.
The slow drip helps gradually mix the water in the bucket with the water from the transport bag, preventing any sudden changes in water parameters.

Step 5: Monitor the process

Keep an eye on the acclimation process and periodically test the water parameters in the bucket using a test kit. This helps ensure a smooth transition.
Depending on the sensitivity of the animals and the water parameters involved, the acclimation process may take anywhere from 30 minutes to a few hours.

Step 6: Adjust water volume if needed

If the water volume in the bucket becomes too high, you can remove some water and continue the drip acclimation process with fresh, dechlorinated water. Be cautious not to remove too much water, as it can lead to sudden changes in water parameters.

Step 7: Transfer the animals to the tank

Once the acclimation process is complete, gently net the aquatic animals from the bucket and transfer them to the tank. Avoid adding the water from the acclimation container to the tank to prevent any potential contamination.

Step 8: Dispose of the acclimation water

After transferring the animals, discard the acclimation water from the bucket. Do not pour it directly into any drains or natural bodies of water.
By following these steps, you can safely and gradually acclimate your shrimp, snails, and fish to their new tank environment after transport. Remember, it's important to monitor the process closely and make adjustments as necessary to ensure a smooth transition for your aquatic pets.

Customer Reviews

Based on 56 reviews
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Daniel Low (Adelaide, AU)
Didn't survive

Ordered one but received two snails which was great. Unfortunately both passed away within 24 hours despite a 2 hour drip acclimation

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Norm

Ordered 5 Nerite Snails received 6, possibly 7. Unfortunately, a leaky transit bag meant they had to survive the trip without water. I carried out a lengthy drip acclimation and placed them in a tank containing only Cherry Shrimp. 1 had what looked like a crushed shell, and the others appeared to be ok with a nice spread of colour. 2 days on from arrival, 2 have moved away from the area of the tank where placed, another 4 are just hollow shells, and the other crushed one has just vanished. It's very disappointing, but hopefully I can source some replacements.

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Briana

Great snails. Very happy with them and how they’re going. Definitely recommend

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Tesis (Canberra, AU)
All died

Sadly they all died on my in a matter of days. Could be that the PH level in this tank was a tad on a high side, otherwise I have not much of an idea why this happened. There are plenty of other snails in there which are doing very well for years. I noticed from the start that the Nerites moved extremely slow, compared to other snails, so maybe they suffered a little too much in transport?

L
Lola (Brisbane, AU)
Sadly died

Ordered one, received two. One was DOA, the other died a week later.

Customer Reviews

Based on 56 reviews
88%
(49)
5%
(3)
0%
(0)
2%
(1)
5%
(3)
D
Daniel Low (Adelaide, AU)
Didn't survive

Ordered one but received two snails which was great. Unfortunately both passed away within 24 hours despite a 2 hour drip acclimation

N
Norm

Ordered 5 Nerite Snails received 6, possibly 7. Unfortunately, a leaky transit bag meant they had to survive the trip without water. I carried out a lengthy drip acclimation and placed them in a tank containing only Cherry Shrimp. 1 had what looked like a crushed shell, and the others appeared to be ok with a nice spread of colour. 2 days on from arrival, 2 have moved away from the area of the tank where placed, another 4 are just hollow shells, and the other crushed one has just vanished. It's very disappointing, but hopefully I can source some replacements.

B
Briana

Great snails. Very happy with them and how they’re going. Definitely recommend

T
Tesis (Canberra, AU)
All died

Sadly they all died on my in a matter of days. Could be that the PH level in this tank was a tad on a high side, otherwise I have not much of an idea why this happened. There are plenty of other snails in there which are doing very well for years. I noticed from the start that the Nerites moved extremely slow, compared to other snails, so maybe they suffered a little too much in transport?

L
Lola (Brisbane, AU)
Sadly died

Ordered one, received two. One was DOA, the other died a week later.