Ring Cowrie
(Cypraea annulus )

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Ring Cowrie: Your Aquarium’s Radiant Algae Remover

Add a touch of natural elegance and effective algae control to your marine aquarium with the stunning Ring Cowrie. Its distinctive shell makes it a fascinating addition.

Overview

The Ring Cowrie (*Monetaria annulus*, formerly classified as *Cypraea annulus*) boasts a smooth, glossy shell, typically off-white to pale yellowish, accented by a distinctive orange or yellow ring on its upper surface. These peaceful marine snails are primarily nocturnal, gracefully gliding across rockwork and substrate to graze. Their beautiful appearance and beneficial algae-eating habits make them a captivating and functional inhabitant for your reef or fish-only system.

Care Level

Considered easy to care for, the Ring Cowrie is an excellent choice for beginner and experienced aquarists alike. These hardy, peaceful snails coexist well with most fish and invertebrates, making them completely reef-safe. They are non-aggressive and focus on their critical role as part of your cleanup crew.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 114 litres is recommended to provide ample stable environment and grazing surfaces for the Ring Cowrie. Maintain stable water parameters: a pH range of 8.0-8.5, temperature between 22-28°C, and a specific gravity of 1.023-1.025. An established marine aquarium with live rock and sand is ideal for their well-being.

Diet

As dedicated herbivores, Ring Cowries primarily feed on various types of algae, biofilm, and detritus found on live rock and tank surfaces. If natural algae sources are insufficient, supplement their diet with high-quality marine algae sheets or algae wafers to ensure their continued health.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Ring Cowrie online from Corais de Vidro, you receive healthy marine invertebrates meticulously acclimated and ethically sourced. We ensure responsible shipping practices, delivering vibrant specimens ready to thrive in your healthy aquarium fish ecosystem. Our commitment to quality ensures your new algae-eating snail arrives in prime condition.

• Scientific Name: Cypraea annulus
• Common Name / Variant: Ring Cowrie (Monetaria annulus)
• Maximum Size: 5 cm
• Origin: Indo-Pacific
• pH Range: 8.0–8.5
• Temperature: 22–28°C
• Lifespan: 3–5 years
• Swimming Zone: Bottom

Bring the beauty and utility of the Ring Cowrie to your tank today!