Abalone
(Haliotis asinina)

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Donkey’s Ear Abalone: Your Algae-Grazing Reef Essential

Add the unique and efficient Donkey’s Ear Abalone to your marine aquarium. This peaceful gastropod is an excellent natural cleaner, enhancing the beauty and health of your reef environment.

Overview

The Donkey’s Ear Abalone (*Haliotis asinina*) is a captivating marine snail known for its distinctive elongated, ear-shaped shell, often a beautiful olive green or brown with subtle patterns. Its large, muscular foot allows it to firmly grip surfaces, while its vibrant mantle frequently extends to partially cover its shell, keeping it clean of encrustations. Primarily nocturnal, these fascinating invertebrates contribute significantly to a balanced ecosystem by diligently grazing on algae throughout your tank.

Care Level

Caring for the Donkey’s Ear Abalone is considered moderate. These peaceful grazers are highly compatible with most reef aquariums and can be kept individually or in small groups, depending on tank size. Ensure stable water parameters to maintain their health and activity, making them excellent healthy aquarium inhabitants.

Tank Essentials

A minimum aquarium size of 113 litres is recommended to provide ample grazing surface for your Abalone. Maintain stable marine conditions with a pH range of 8.1-8.4 and a temperature between 22-27°C. A specific gravity of 1.023-1.025 is ideal. Provide plenty of mature live rock and open glass surfaces for them to cling to while foraging.

Diet

As dedicated herbivores, Donkey’s Ear Abalone primarily feed on various types of algae, including turf algae, diatoms, and red algae. Supplement their diet with dried seaweed (like Nori) or blanched leafy greens if natural algae growth is insufficient.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Abalone online from us, you’re choosing robust, ethically sourced marine life. We prioritize responsible acclimation and humane shipping practices, ensuring each specimen arrives healthy and ready to thrive in your aquatic display. Trust us for quality invertebrates and exceptional customer support.

• Scientific Name: *Haliotis asinina*
• Common Name / Variant: Donkey’s Ear Abalone
• Maximum Size: 12 cm (commonly 8-9 cm)
• Origin: Indo-West Pacific
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 22–27°C
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: Bottom

Bring the diligent Donkey’s Ear Abalone to your reef today!