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Astralium Star Shell

Product information "Astralium Star Shell"

Astralium sp. - Star Shell / Turban Snail

Astralium sp. belongs to the family Turbinidae, the Turban snails. The shells of this snail family can be spherical, circular, smooth, or highly sculptured. The inner side of the shells is made of nacre, and they have a calcareous operculum.

The snail is a good algae eater, consuming both filamentous and mat algae, as well as microscopic organisms.

Latin Name:

  • Astralium sp.

Common Name:

  • Star Shell or Turban Snail

Adult Size:

  • 2-5cm

Aquarium Size:

  • from 100 liters

Temperature:

  • 20°C - 27°C

Food:

  • Algae

Difficulty:

  • easy

Compatibility:

  • peaceful
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