Tiger nerite (Neritina juttingae) care guide

Group
Snails
Other names
Neritona juttingae, Nerita aculeata Gmelin, 1791, Striped nerite
Family
Neritidae
Origin
Sumatra, Indonesia (type locality: River Musi near Palembang)
Water
freshwater
Care level
beginner

Care

Neritina juttingae is a freshwater nerite from Indonesia, now usually placed in the genus Neritona (Neritona juttingae). The name was given in 1973 to replace Nerita aculeata Gmelin, which could not be used because that name was already taken. It is traded for freshwater aquaria, and trade names such as 'tiger nerite' and 'striped nerite' are used loosely for several striped nerites, so check the scientific name when buying. Our sources have little on this species; the figures are general guidance, not from a source. Care follows other freshwater nerites: a mature tank with algae to graze, tropical temperatures and neutral to hard, alkaline water to protect the shell. A tight lid stops it climbing out. Nerites are among the best algae grazers in planted tanks and do not eat healthy plants. Copper: copper-based medicines and some plant fertilisers are toxic to shrimp, snails and most other invertebrates. Never dose them in a tank holding this animal, and check the label of any treatment or fertiliser before use. Sources: Wikipedia (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neritinajuttingae). Checked October 2026.

Diet

Herbivorous grazer of film algae, diatoms and biofilm. Supplement with algae wafers and blanched vegetables if algae runs short.

Breeding

As in other freshwater nerites, females lay small white egg capsules on hard surfaces, but the larvae need brackish or sea water, so it does not breed in a freshwater tank. Captive rearing is rarely attempted.

Compatibility and tank mates

Peaceful; safe with plants, shrimp, snails and peaceful fish. Avoid puffers, large loaches and assassin snails.

Last updated 8 October 2026. Community-edited care guide on Aquatic-Auctions.

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