Orange Marble Snail
(Babylonia formosae)

Descrição

The Orange Marble Snail (*Babylonia formosae*) is a marine gastropod known for its striking appearance and its role as a scavenger in aquariums. It has a beautiful orange and white marbled shell. These snails are generally peaceful, but some sources indicate they can be mildly predatory towards other small mollusks or clams, particularly if not well-fed. They are nocturnal and spend a lot of time buried in the sand, emerging when food is detected. They are excellent sand sifters, helping to aerate the substrate and prevent anaerobic pockets.

**Size**: Up to 8 cm. Some sources mention up to 10 cm, but 8 cm seems more consistent.
**Origin**: Indo-Pacific region, including the Indian Ocean, South China Sea, Taiwan Strait, and coastal areas of Taiwan and Southern China.
**Care Level**: Easy. Some sources say intermediate. Given potential predatory nature, I’ll lean towards “Moderate” for responsible advice.
**Tank Size**: Aquariums of all sizes that house fish, or a minimum of 100 L.
**Water Parameters**:
* pH Range: 8.1-8.4
* Temperature: 22-26°C (72-78°F)
* Salinity/SG: 1.023-1.025 (implied by marine/reef tank suitability)
* KH Range: 7-12 (Though pH range covers alkalinity generally)
**Diet**: Omnivorous scavenger, eating uneaten food, decaying organics, detritus, and algae. Needs supplemental feedings of meaty foods like minced fish or krill, and high-quality meaty frozen foods. Also eats bristleworms.
**Lifespan**: Data unavailable, but typically marine snails can live several years in optimal conditions.
**Swimming Zone**: Bottom/Substrate dweller.

I need to make sure the care level is accurate and responsibly stated, considering the “mildly predatory” aspect. While some sources say “easy,” the predation on clams and other small mollusks makes “moderate” more appropriate for a premium retailer encouraging responsible ownership.

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* **Headline**: Needs to be catchy and include “Orange Marble Snail.”
* **Overview**: Appearance (vibrant orange, marbled shell, conical shape, long siphon) and behavior (nocturnal, sand sifter, scavenger, burrows). Mention its beauty and utility.
* **Care Level**: Difficulty (moderate due to specific feeding and potential predation), temperament (peaceful but predatory toward certain invertebrates), compatibility (reef safe with caution).
* **Tank Essentials**: Minimum size (100L as a good baseline), sandy substrate, water parameters.
* **Diet**: Omnivorous, scavenger, requiring meaty foods.
* **Why Buy From Us**: Standard advantages (healthy, ethical, expert support).
* **Bullet Points**: Fill in all details. Max size 8 cm seems most consistent. Origin Indo-Pacific. pH and Temp as found. Lifespan is not explicitly stated in a number, so “[data unavailable]”. Swimming zone: bottom.
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* Max size: 8cm. One source says “about 10cm”, but 8cm is more frequent. Stick with 8cm.
* Care level: Easy. Intermediate. Given the warnings about clams and smaller gastropods, I will use “Moderate” to err on the side of responsible care, even if it’s generally “easy” for experienced aquarists.
* Origin: Indo-Pacific, Indian Ocean specific. I’ll use Indo-Pacific as it’s broader and includes the more specific regions mentioned.
* Predatory nature: Confirmed by multiple sources, especially towards bivalves (clams) and other smaller gastropods. This needs to be highlighted in “Care Level” and “Overview” where behavior is discussed.

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Orange Marble Snail: A Vibrant Sand-Sifting Jewel for Your Reef

Add natural beauty and essential cleanup to your marine aquarium with the stunning Orange Marble Snail. Its unique patterns bring a captivating aesthetic to your sandy substrate.

Overview

The Orange Marble Snail (*Babylonia formosae*) showcases an exquisite shell adorned with vibrant orange and white marbled patterns, making it a striking invertebrate for your marine display. These nocturnal gastropods are exceptional sand sifters, diligently burrowing through the substrate. Their elongated siphon often protrudes as they search for food, contributing to a clean and aerated sand bed within your aquarium.

Care Level

Moderate. While generally peaceful, the Orange Marble Snail is a carnivorous scavenger and can be mildly predatory towards small bivalves like clams or other smaller gastropods, especially if not adequately fed. Ensure your tank inhabitants are compatible before introducing these fascinating snails to your healthy aquarium fish and invertebrates.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 100 litres with a soft, sandy substrate is essential for the Orange Marble Snail to thrive, allowing it to burrow and sift naturally. Maintain stable marine water parameters for optimal health.

Diet

An omnivorous scavenger, the Orange Marble Snail primarily feeds on uneaten food, detritus, and decaying organic matter. Supplement their diet with high-quality meaty foods such as minced fresh fish, krill, or frozen preparations.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Orange Marble Snail online from Corais de Vidro, you receive vibrant, ethically sourced specimens. Our rigorous quarantine protocols and expert care ensure each snail arrives healthy, ready to contribute to your aquarium’s ecosystem. We support your responsible fishkeeping journey every step of the way.

• Scientific Name: *Babylonia formosae*
• Common Name / Variant: Orange Marble Snail
• Maximum Size: 8 cm
• Origin: Indo-Pacific
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 22–26°C
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: Bottom

Add this unique sand-sifting jewel to your marine aquarium today!