Bumble Bee Snail – Engina sp.

About this invertebrate

Bumble Bee Snail – Engina sp. is a marine snail kept in saltwater aquariums for its clean-up role and interesting, active behavior. The listed scientific name indicates the snail belongs to the genus Engina, and while exact morph details aren’t provided here, Engina snails are typically maintained as hardy reef-aquarium invertebrates. In practice, this snail can graze on films on live rock and help scavenge leftover foods, making it a useful addition for maintaining a clean, established system.

Features:

• Grazes and browses biofilm and algae-like growths on live rock
• Scavenger behavior helps process leftover foods in the tank
• Generally compatible with common reef-safe communities when not overcrowded
• Appreciates stable conditions and a well-established aquarium with natural surfaces to explore
• Best introduced after the tank is running and feeding is consistent
• Provides a natural, rotating foraging presence that can be observed during the day and at feeding times

Specifications:

• Scientific name (as listed): Engina sp.
• Care level (general guidance): Beginner to intermediate (stable, established saltwater tank recommended)
• Diet (general guidance): Omnivorous scavenger; biofilm/algae growth and leftover foods, plus occasional sinking meaty foods if needed
• Temperature (general guidance): About 72–78°F (22–26°C)
• Salinity (general guidance): Reef range, typically around 1.020–1.025 specific gravity
• pH (general guidance): About 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity (general guidance): Reef-appropriate range (commonly ~7–11 dKH)
• Calcium (general guidance): Reef-appropriate range (commonly ~400–450 ppm)