Banded Trochus Snail

The Banded Trochus Snail is touted by aquarists of all experience levels for numerous reasons. Like other members of the Trochidae family, the Banded Trochus is easy to care for and very adept at working as your aquarium’s cleanup crew. The Banded Trochus Snail normally has a black foot that is an off white/tan color on the underside of the foot. It boasts a pale gray, top- or pyramid-shaped shell. Thanks to the maroon stripes or bands on its shell, the Banded Trochus Snail adds a unique flair to any marine system.

QUICK FACTS

• Scientific Name:Trochus sp.
• Care Level:Easy
• Temperament:Peaceful
• Water Conditions:72-78 F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
• Color Form:Red, White
• Size:1″
• Diet:Herbivore
• Origin:Indonesia
• Family:Trochidae

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