Can Nerite Snail Live With Angelfish?
Nerite Snail and Angelfish are compatible. Temperature overlap 76–78°F.
Conditions: Minimum 30 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Nerite Snail | Angelfish | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–78°F | 76–84°F | 76–78°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7–8.5 | 6–7.5 | 7–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 1" | 6" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 30 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Herbivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Nerite Snail + Angelfish
To keep Nerite Snail and Angelfish together, you need at minimum a 30 gallon tank. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Nerite Snail
Neritina spp.
Nerite snails are the best algae-eating snails for freshwater aquariums. They come in beautiful patterns (zebra, tiger, horned, olive) and will not reproduce in freshwater — making them the ideal pest-free algae cleanup crew. A single nerite can keep a 5-gallon tank virtually algae-free.
Full care guide →Angelfish
Pterophyllum scalare
Freshwater angelfish are elegant, tall-bodied cichlids that are a centerpiece in many community aquariums. They come in many color varieties including silver, marble, koi, and black. While generally peaceful, they become territorial when breeding and will eat small fish like neon tetras.
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