{"title":"Snails","description":"\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSnails are excellent algae grazers. They crawl leisurely through the reef tank every day, diligently rasping algae deposits off the glass, pumps and rocks. They don't disdain food scraps either, which end up in the snail's stomach with relish. Together with sea urchins, brittle stars and the like, they form the so-called cleaning crew and ensure a clean and algae-free reef aquarium.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n---KATSPLIT---\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTip before buying snails online:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow many snails should you actually keep in your saltwater aquarium? As a general rule we recommend one algae grazer per 5 - 10 liters of water volume. The snails should not only be introduced when an algae phase breaks out, but preferably beforehand. In this way, unwanted algae are controlled from the beginning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"berghia-schnecke","title":"Berghia snail","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to order adult snails (0.5 cm or larger)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The snails are delivered to you in a cup. Note that the snails can be in the edge of the lid. Therefore, open the cup over a bowl filled with sea water or something similar. Transfer the snails carefully (e.g. using a pipette) into your aquarium with the circulation pump turned off. The best place is near Aiptasia and a place where the snails can hide. Berghia snails are nocturnal and live hidden during the day. We recommend up to one Berghia snail per 10 liters of aquarium volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to order semi-adult snails (0.2-0.4 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe snails are delivered to you in a tube, which in turn is in a bag of sea water (for temperature buffering). Please do NOT put the snails directly in your aquarium. Instead, let the snails grow a little in a separate container (a small jar, e.g. from pickles, is already sufficient). A daily 30% water change (make sure the salinity and temperature are the same) and regular addition of small aiptasia is sufficient. After about 2-3 weeks, the snails are big enough to move into the aquarium. In the meantime, you will most likely already have Berghia clutches in the separate container, which you can then hatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to order a Berghia clutch\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe ideal approach would be to let the clutch hatch outside of the tank. For example, in a pickle jar filled with salt water. Ventilation is not necessary and the lid can remain on the jar until hatching (around day 9) to prevent evaporation. When the snails hatch, or at the latest from day 7, put the first small, tiny aiptahion or tentacle tips in the jar so that they have something to eat straight away. From then on, you should change the water daily by around 30% (make sure the salinity and temperature are the same). As mentioned, the snails should hatch after 7-14 days, then it will take another 3-4 weeks until the snails are big enough for you to put them in the aquarium (we always have around 50-100 from one hatch). Always make sure that there are enough small aiptahion.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou can also place the clutch in the clay pot upside down in the tank near Aiptasia - the success rate for our customers has been 50%. There is always a risk that the clutch will be eaten by gammarids or similar in the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBerghia\u003c\/em\u003e snails against Aiptasia\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003eBerghia\u003c\/em\u003e snails are food specialists. This is a blessing and a curse in one. The advantage is that \u003cem\u003eBerghia\u003c\/em\u003e snails will leave other corals in your aquarium alone. A disadvantage, however: as soon as all the aiptasia in the aquarium have disappeared, the \u003cem\u003eBerghia\u003c\/em\u003e snails will also disappear because they can no longer find anything to eat. A good solution is to pass the animals on to a fellow aquarist in good time. There will definitely be someone who has aiptasia and would be happy to have the snails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLysmata wurdemanni\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eBerghia stephanieae\u003c\/em\u003e ?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIn contrast to other aiptasia eaters, \u003cem\u003eLysmata\u003c\/em\u003e shrimps and \u003cem\u003eBerghia\u003c\/em\u003e snails can be used in aquariums under 300 liters. Both are very good at fighting aiptasia, but Lysmata shrimps are not 100% \"reef-safe\", which means that it is not impossible that they will also nibble on other corals (particularly \u003cem\u003eAcanthastrea\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eZoanthus\u003c\/em\u003e ). This cannot happen with snails, however. If there are only a few and\/or larger aiptasia in the tank, we recommend using \u003cem\u003eLysmata\u003c\/em\u003e shrimps to fight them. As soon as there are already a lot of small aiptasia spreading, Berghia snails may be the more suitable solution.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coralaxy","offers":[{"title":"Clutch","offer_id":44796849062142,"sku":"32-301-02-280_3","price":28.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Set of 5 semi-adult","offer_id":44796849094910,"sku":"32-301-02-280_4","price":59.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"adult snail","offer_id":44796849029374,"sku":"32-301-02-280_2","price":18.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/5345\/9454\/products\/4643.jpg?v=1710239786"},{"product_id":"turbo-bruneus-1","title":"Turbo bruneus","description":"\u003cp\u003e The \u003cem\u003eTurbo bruneus\u003c\/em\u003e , also known as the brown turbo snail, is a robust and ornamental sea snail from the Turbinidae family. This snail is particularly appreciated by aquarium enthusiasts because it is both functional and aesthetically pleasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003eTurbo bruneus\u003c\/em\u003e has a characteristic thick-walled, spirally wound shell that shimmers in various shades of brown and beige. The shell is often decorated with fine patterns, stripes or spots that give it a natural, yet striking appearance. The snail can reach a size of up to 5 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eA special feature of this species is the strong operculum, also called \"lid\", with which the snail can retract and close its body in the shell. This feature protects it from predators and dehydration, making it a resilient inhabitant in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003eTurbo bruneus\u003c\/em\u003e is known for its ability to remove algae from rocks, glass and other surfaces, making it a valuable member of the cleaning team in saltwater aquariums. It is peaceful and socializes well with other fish and invertebrates. Its use in the aquarium not only helps control algae, but also gives the underwater landscape a natural and attractive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coralaxy","offers":[{"title":"1 snail","offer_id":44796873146622,"sku":"32-301-02-280_1_2","price":4.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 snails","offer_id":44796873113854,"sku":"32-301-02-280_1_1","price":10.71,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/5345\/9454\/products\/14690.jpg?v=1710240747"},{"product_id":"nassarius-sp","title":"Nassarius sp.","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eNassarius\u003c\/em\u003e snail belongs to the Nassariidae family and is a fascinating sea snail that is very popular among aquarists. These snails are particularly well known for their useful role in the aquarium and their uniquely designed shells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e A notable feature of this snail is its elongated siphonal canal, which allows it to dig and find food in sandy bottoms. The \u003cem\u003eNassarius\u003c\/em\u003e snail is an industrious scavenger and helps break down organic waste and food scraps in the aquarium, making a significant contribution to maintaining a clean and healthy environment in marine and brackish water aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eNassarius\u003c\/em\u003e snail is an excellent choice for the marine aquarium cleaning team. It burrows into the substrate and aerates it, promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria. 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