{"id":31862,"date":"2026-05-16T13:55:36","date_gmt":"2026-05-16T13:55:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/shop\/sem categoria\/caracol-neritina-de-espinhos-clithon-diadema\/"},"modified":"2026-05-16T13:55:43","modified_gmt":"2026-05-16T13:55:43","slug":"caracol-neritina-de-espinhos-clithon-diadema","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/shop\/inverts\/snail\/caracol-neritina-de-espinhos-clithon-diadema\/","title":{"rendered":"Caracol Neritina de espinhos  <br> (<em>Clithon diadema<\/em>)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Horned Nerite Snail: Your Ultimate Algae Cleaner<\/h2>\n<p><em>Add a captivating pop of colour and exceptional cleaning power to your aquarium with the unique Horned Nerite Snail. These charming invertebrates are renowned for their intricate shells and tireless algae-eating habits.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Horned Nerite Snail (*Clithon diadema*) boasts a distinctive shell, typically golden-yellow with striking black spiral stripes, adorned with small, horn-like protrusions that give it its name. While their colours and patterns can be highly variable, each snail is a miniature work of art. These peaceful, slow-moving grazers are excellent at keeping glass, decorations, and plant surfaces free from algae, moving steadily across your aquarium like tiny, efficient cleaning crews.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Care Level<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Horned Nerite Snails are considered easy to care for, making them suitable for aquarists of all experience levels. They are entirely peaceful and co-exist harmoniously with most non-aggressive fish, dwarf shrimp, and other peaceful snails. Avoid keeping them with large, aggressive fish or crustaceans that might prey on them.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tank Essentials<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A minimum of 10 litres is suitable for a single Horned Nerite Snail, though 20 litres is recommended for a group. They thrive in mature aquariums with stable water conditions and plenty of surfaces for grazing. Ensure your tank has a secure lid, as these snails are known to climb and may escape. They prefer well-planted environments.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Diet<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Primarily herbivorous, Horned Nerite Snails are exceptional algae eaters, consuming biofilm and various types of algae from surfaces. In well-established tanks, they often require little supplemental feeding. If algae is scarce, offer high-quality algae wafers, spirulina-based foods, or blanched vegetables like zucchini or spinach. They will not harm your live plants.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Buy From Us<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you choose to buy Horned Nerite Snail online from us, you&#8217;re investing in healthy aquarium inhabitants responsibly sourced and carefully acclimated. We prioritise the well-being of every creature, ensuring they arrive vibrant and ready to thrive in your aquatic display. Our expert team ensures the highest standards of animal welfare and prompt, safe delivery.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Scientific Name:<\/strong> *Clithon diadema*<\/li>\n<li><strong>Common Name \/ Variant:<\/strong> Horned Nerite Snail \/ Caracol Neritina de Espinhos<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maximum Size:<\/strong> 1.5\u20132.5 cm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Origin:<\/strong> Indo-Pacific, Southeast Asia<\/li>\n<li><strong>pH Range:<\/strong> 7.0\u20138.5<\/li>\n<li><strong>Temperature:<\/strong> 22\u201328\u00b0C<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lifespan:<\/strong> 1\u20133 years<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swimming Zone:<\/strong> Bottom \/ Surfaces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Add a Horned Nerite Snail to your cart and enjoy a naturally clean aquarium today!<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Horned Nerite Snail: Your Ultimate Algae Cleaner Add a captivating pop of colour and exceptional cleaning power to your aquarium [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":20309,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[59],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-31862","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-snail","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"taxable","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-variable"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/31862","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=31862"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/20309"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=31862"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=31862"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=31862"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=31862"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}