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Trochus Snail
Trochus sp.
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One of the best all-around CUC snails. Grazes algae from glass and rockwork. Unlike turbo snails, can right itself if knocked over.
CARE
Beginner
AGGRESSION
None
MAX SIZE
1.5"
⚠ ADD WITH CAUTION
· Tank needs 1 more month of maturity
💰 BUDGET PICK
VALUE
★★★★★
WOW FACTOR
★★★★★
TYPICAL PRICE
~$4-8 each
Most practical CUC snail — cleans glass, rocks, and can right itself.
🧹 CLEANUP CREW — actively maintains water quality and algae control
🌊 WATER PARAMS
ParamStatusIdeal
TemperatureOK (78.4)72–80 °F
SalinityOK (1.025)1.023–1.026 sg
pHOK (8.22)8.0–8.4
Nitrate NO₃⁻OK (8.0)0–30 ppm
Tank Compatibility
Ocellaris ClownfishCompatible
Royal GrammaCompatible
Tailspot BlennyCompatible
Firefish GobyCompatible
Yellow TangCompatible
Six Line WrasseCompatible
Orchid DottybackCompatible
Torch CoralCompatible
Hammer CoralCompatible
Acropora SPSCompatible
Duncan CoralCompatible
Skunk Cleaner ShrimpCompatible
Turbo SnailCompatible
Blue Leg Hermit CrabCompatible