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Astrea Snail
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A high-quality natural cleaner

The Astrea Snail is a popular mollusk for its algae-eating properties. As such, it naturally contributes to the balance of plants in your aquarium while feeding itself.

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Delivery price Europe
Fixed price €29 - Offered starting from €249 of living*
Minimum order amount for live products
50€ excluding shipping costs. For the well-being of the animals, do not make them travel alone.
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Package information for the winter period
A hole is made in the cardboard to supply the chemical heater with oxygen.

En savoir plus

Astrea Snail – Starred Algae-Eater for Reef Aquariums

The Astrea snail, also known as the Starred Astrea, is a marine mollusk native to the tropical waters of the Caribbean. Its spiraled conical shell gives it a distinctive appearance, ideal for camouflaging among the live rocks in your aquarium. It is renowned for its ability to consume large quantities of algae, making it an indispensable ally in the fight against unwanted algae.

A Natural Cleaner for a Healthy Aquarium

The Astrea is an efficient algae-eater, feeding on brown, green algae, and biofilms found on the glass, live rocks, and decor of the aquarium. Through its grazing activity, it promotes the development of coralline algae and helps maintain the biological balance of the reef tank.

Behavior and Compatibility

This small snail spends most of its time on hard surfaces, avoiding sandy substrates. It is harmless to corals and invertebrates, and can coexist with most reef fish. Thanks to its small size, it easily reaches the narrowest corners of the aquarium.

Maintenance Conditions

  • Recommended minimum volume: 50 liters
  • Temperature: 24°C to 28°C
  • pH: 8.0 to 8.4
  • Living area: mainly glass, live rocks, hard decor

A Resilient and Discreet Snail

The Astrea snail can live up to 40 years under good conditions, making it a long-term investment for your marine aquarium. Robust and self-sufficient, it requires little attention and actively participates in the daily cleaning of the tank.

Why Choose the Astrea Snail?

  • Excellent algae-eater for marine aquariums
  • Compact and versatile, it accesses all corners
  • Promotes the emergence of beneficial coralline algae
  • Decorative and durable shell
  • Ideal for small to large reef tanks

Choosing an Astrea snail means offering your aquarium a silent, enduring, and effective ally against algae. A must-have for any demanding reef aquarist.

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