Tiger Cowrie
(Cypraea tigris)

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Tiger Cowrie: A Spotted Jewel for Your Reef Aquarium

Add the magnificent Tiger Cowrie to your marine setup! Its striking, glossy shell and peaceful demeanor make it a captivating and beneficial inhabitant for a mature reef environment.

Overview

The Tiger Cowrie (*Cypraea tigris*) boasts an unmistakable, highly polished, egg-shaped shell adorned with bold black or dark brown spots over a creamy white to pale background. Its distinctive mantle, often covered in fine projections, can fully extend to envelope the shell, keeping it pristine. Primarily nocturnal, this large sea snail gracefully glides across the substrate, adding unique beauty and natural grazing action to your aquarium, making it a popular choice for marine invertebrate care.

Care Level

Considered easy to care for, the Tiger Cowrie is generally peaceful but requires cautious placement in reef tanks. While beautiful, large specimens can sometimes dislodge unsecured rockwork or show an appetite for soft corals, anemones, or sponges. Ensure peaceful fish and invertebrates as tankmates to prevent mantle injury.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 350 litres is recommended to provide ample space for this large invertebrate. Maintain stable water conditions: pH between 8.0-8.4, temperature from 22-27°C, and a specific gravity of 1.023-1.026. This species is sensitive to high nitrates and copper-based medications.

Diet

Tiger Cowries are omnivorous, with juveniles predominantly grazing on algae and detritus. As adults, their diet expands to include sponges, bryozoans, and even meaty scraps. Supplement their natural foraging with high-quality algae, seaweed, and occasional pieces of fish or mussel to ensure complete nutrition.

Why Buy From Us

When you choose to buy Tiger Cowrie online from Corais de Vidro, you’re investing in a healthy, responsibly sourced marine invertebrate. We prioritize ethical collection and humane shipping practices, ensuring your new Tiger Cowrie arrives in prime condition, ready to thrive in your carefully prepared aquarium.

• Scientific Name: Cypraea tigris
• Common Name / Variant: Tiger Cowrie
• Maximum Size: 15 cm
• Origin: Indo-Pacific
• pH Range: 8.0–8.4
• Temperature: 22–27°C
• Lifespan: 10+ years
• Swimming Zone: Bottom

Bring the beauty of the Tiger Cowrie to your home today!