{"id":29013,"date":"2026-04-28T09:42:54","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T09:42:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/shop\/sem%20categoria\/turbo-snail-astraea-tectum\/"},"modified":"2026-04-28T13:19:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T13:19:10","slug":"turbo-snail-astraea-tectum","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/shop\/inverts\/snail\/turbo-snail-astraea-tectum\/","title":{"rendered":"Turbo snail <br> (<em>Astraea tectum<\/em>)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Astraea\/Lithopoma tectum: Your Reef&#8217;s Ultimate Algae Cleanup Crew<\/h2>\n<p><em>Bring home the industrious Turbo Snail, a vital member of any thriving marine ecosystem. These peaceful grazers tirelessly maintain a spotless aquarium for you.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview<\/strong><br \/>\nThe Turbo Snail, often recognized by its robust, conical shell, is a diligent herbivore essential for a healthy marine tank. Shell colors can vary, often featuring shades of green, brown, or reddish-orange, sometimes encrusted with coralline algae. These active invertebrates are constantly on the move, scouring live rock, glass, and substrate for nuisance algae, contributing significantly to your aquarium&#8217;s aesthetic and ecological balance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Care Level<\/strong><br \/>\nEasy care and a peaceful temperament make this species an excellent choice for beginner to experienced aquarists. Turbo Snails are reef-safe and compatible with most peaceful fish and invertebrates. They cannot right themselves if overturned, so occasional monitoring and assistance are beneficial.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tank Essentials<\/strong><br \/>\nA minimum of 38 litres (10 gallons) is recommended, providing ample grazing surfaces. Maintain stable water parameters: pH 8.0-8.4, temperature 22-26\u00b0C (72-79\u00b0F), and specific gravity 1.023-1.026. Good water flow and plenty of live rock are crucial for their well-being.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Diet<\/strong><br \/>\nPrimarily herbivorous, the Turbo Snail is a voracious algae eater, consuming hair algae, diatoms, and film algae. If natural algae sources are insufficient, supplement their diet with marine algae sheets (nori), spirulina wafers, or other vegetable-based foods to ensure your healthy aquarium fish thrive.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Buy From Us<\/strong><br \/>\nWe are dedicated to providing hardy, ethically sourced marine life. Each Turbo Snail is carefully acclimated and inspected before shipment, ensuring you receive healthy aquarium fish and invertebrates ready to flourish in your tank. Responsible sourcing and humane shipping practices are our top priorities.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Scientific Name:<\/strong> *Lithopoma tectum* (Synonyms: *Astraea tectum*, *Astraea tecta*)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Common Name \/ Variant:<\/strong> Turbo Snail \/ West Indian Starsnail \/ Conehead Snail<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maximum Size:<\/strong> 2.5-7.5 cm (1-3 inches)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Origin:<\/strong> Western Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, off Brazil<\/li>\n<li><strong>pH Range:<\/strong> 8.0\u20138.4<\/li>\n<li><strong>Temperature:<\/strong> 20\u201326\u00b0C (68\u201379\u00b0F)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lifespan:<\/strong> 1\u20135 years (up to 10+ with optimal care)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swimming Zone:<\/strong> Bottom \/ All over rockwork and glass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Ready to enhance your cleanup crew? 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