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Peaceful and non-aggressive, the Astrea Snail is an ideal addition to reef tanks of nearly any size and coexists beautifully with a wide range of corals and marine life. One caveat worth knowing: these specimens cannot right themselves if flipped upside down, so a gentle hand and rockwork with natural edges go a long way in keeping them thriving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQUICK STATS \u0026amp; CARE GUIDE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Astrea Snail (Astraea Snail, Star Snail)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.5–1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivore — grazes on hair algae, diatoms, cyanobacteria, and film algae; may accept supplemental algae wafers when natural food is scarce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — completely reef safe with corals, invertebrates, and all marine life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Temp: 72–78°F | Salinity: 1.023–1.025 | pH: 8.1–8.4 | dKH: 8–12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Astrea Snail offered by The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, carefully quarantined, and fully acclimated to stable saltwater aquarium conditions before shipment — so what arrives at your door is a healthy, active specimen ready to get to work. 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Unlike many other cleanup crew members, Trochus snails can right themselves when knocked over, making them a far more practical and long-lived addition to any reef tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaching about 1–2 inches at maturity, these compact specimens punch well above their weight when it comes to algae control. They methodically graze on film algae, cyanobacteria, and diatoms across rockwork and glass, working day and night with quiet efficiency. 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This is not a background player; it's a working centerpiece that earns its place in any serious reef tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaching up to 2–3 inches at full size, this species is built for the job — its muscular foot and powerful radula tear through even stubborn film and hair algae with ease. Peaceful by nature and compatible with virtually every reef-safe species in your setup, it's an ideal addition for both new and experienced aquarists looking to maintain a pristine marine aquarium without chemical intervention. 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