Shipping is $42.79. Fish orders over $599 and coral orders over $399 ship free. Fish and coral ship in separate boxes, and we confirm your delivery day with you before anything ships.
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Description
Astrea Snail
Care level
Beginner
Temperament
Peaceful
Reef safe
Yes
Typical for this species. Ask us if you're unsure.
Transform Your Tank with a Tireless, Natural Cleanup Crew
Looking for an unsung hero of the reef tank? The Astrea Snail (*Astraea tecta*) is one of the most dependable and widely respected algae-grazers in the saltwater aquarium hobby, a compact powerhouse that earns its keep from the moment it hits the rockwork. Its striking conical shell, textured with ridges and natural earthy tones, adds subtle visual character while it works tirelessly across every surface in your system.
Reaching roughly 1 inch at maturity, this species punches well above its size when it comes to controlling nuisance algae, particularly hair algae, diatoms, and cyanobacteria. 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.
QUICK STATS & CARE GUIDE
Common Name: Astrea Snail (Astraea Snail, Star Snail)
Current Size: Approximately 0.5 to 1 inch
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Herbivore, grazes on hair algae, diatoms, cyanobacteria, and film algae; may accept supplemental algae wafers when natural food is scarce
Reef Safe: Yes, completely reef safe with corals, invertebrates, and all marine life
Water Conditions: Temp: 72 to 78°F | Salinity: 1.023 to 1.025 | pH: 8.1 to 8.4 | dKH: 8 to 12
WHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?
Every 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. We don't ship until they're eating and settled, because your tank deserves nothing less.
Fish Health
Our fish are selected with appearance, behavior, and feeding response in mind before being listed. We aim to offer healthy, alert specimens for established saltwater systems.
Compatibility
Please confirm this fish is compatible with your tank size, current livestock, temperament needs, and reef goals before ordering. If you are unsure, contact us before checkout and we’ll help you choose responsibly.
Shipping & Pickup
Livestock ships Monday through Wednesday. We confirm a delivery day with you before your order goes out, and we will hold it if the weather is bad or an animal needs more time in quarantine.
Fish orders over $599 qualify for free shipping. Coral orders over $399 qualify for free shipping. Free same-day Miami pickup is available at 46 NW 36th St and is usually ready in 1–2 hours.
Live Arrival Guarantee
Eligible livestock orders are covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee. Photograph the animal in its sealed bag before you open anything, then email that photo with your order number within two hours of delivery. Our team reviews every claim and gets you an answer within one business day. Failed delivery attempts, refused packages, or missed delivery windows may void coverage.
Acclimation
Acclimate fish carefully and introduce them into a stable, established saltwater aquarium. Match temperature and salinity slowly, keep lights low during introduction, and monitor behavior closely after release.
Photography
We photograph our fish in house to show their coloration and patterning as clearly as we can. Colors can look different under your own lights.
When a fish in our WYSIWYG collection has one in stock, the photo is the exact fish you receive. Other fish listings use a representative photo of the species and the quality you can expect. Every fish is carefully selected for health, coloration, and temperament before shipping.
SELECTED FOR ESTABLISHED SYSTEMS
Healthy Fish Start With Careful Selection.
Every fish is selected with color, behavior, and compatibility in mind. We focus on livestock that makes sense for real reef systems, not just impulse purchases.
If you have questions about temperament, tank size, or reef compatibility, contact us before ordering.
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How ordering and shipping work
Ship days, free shipping, the Live Arrival Guarantee and shipping protection in just over a minute.
Scheduled Shipping
Fish ship Monday through Wednesday only to avoid weekend delays.
Simple Claim Window
Sealed bag photo, emailed within 2 hours of delivery. Natural or white light.
Free Miami Pickup
Pick up locally from our NW 36th St showroom.
INTRODUCTION MATTERS
Give New Fish a Stable Start.
Successful fish introductions depend on stable water parameters, proper acclimation, compatible tankmates, and low-stress handling. Take your time, keep lights low, and observe behavior closely after release.
