Nassarius Snail
| Scientific Name | Nassarius sp. |
| Diet | Omnivore; Film Algae, Scavenger |
| Alt Common Name | |
| Family | Nassariidae |
| Origin | E. Pacific |
| Aquarist Level | Novice |
| Reef Safe | Yes |
| Coloration | White, Cream, Brown |
| Disposition | Peaceful |
| Hardiness | Very |
| Mature Size | 1 inches |
| Reproduction Method | Eggs - Captive reproduction not reported to date. |
| Sexual Dimorphism | None |
| Venomous | No |
Notes: This snail burrows into the sand bed preventing anaerobic zones from forming. The Nassarius Snail is also well known for its scavenging abilities. We recommend approximately 1 sand burrowing snail of this size per 1.5 gallons of aquarium.
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