Offer 10-piece set Turbo Snail Trochus histrio

Trochus histrio (Turban Snail)

• Scientific name: Trochus histrio
• Origin: Indo-Pacific (mainly from the waters of the West Pacific and Indian Ocean)
• Color: Characteristically light brown to greenish with white to yellow patterns on the shell
• Size: Can reach up to 5 cm in diameter
• Light requirement: Not light-dependent, but prefers well-lit areas
• Water movement: Moderate water flow
• Temperature range: 24–28°C
• pH value: 8.1–8.4
• Salinity: 1.023–1.025 SG
• Diet: Herbivore, mainly feeds on algae, especially green algae and diatoms
• Care: Very easy to care for, an ideal snail for algae control in a saltwater aquarium. It requires stable water conditions and sufficient food in the form of algae
• Reproduction: Mostly by egg-laying, which, however, rarely leads to successful larval development in aquariums
• Special features: The Trochus histrio is an effective algae eater and helps to control algae growth in aquariums. It has a distinctive, twisted shell structure and striking patterns. A special feature of this snail is its ability to right itself if it falls on its back, which distinguishes it from many other snail species. It is particularly helpful for larger reef aquariums where algae management is important.