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Astraea Snail
Astrea tecta
A small, cone-shaped snail that excels at consuming film algae from glass and rocks. Essential for reef tank maintenance but cannot right itself if flipped over.
Care Parameters
Water type
Saltwater
Adult size
2 cm
Temperature
24–28°C
pH
8–8.4
Diet
Herbivore
Group
snail
Temperament
Peaceful
Difficulty
Beginner