Mexican Turbo Snail – Turbo sp.

About this invertebrate

Mexican Turbo Snail – Turbo sp. is a saltwater grazing snail used to help keep algae and biofilm under control in a reef or fish-only aquarium. As a Turbo-type snail (Turbo sp.), it’s commonly added to established tanks with plenty of rock or other surfaces where it can graze continuously. Use it as a practical, low-maintenance algae grazer rather than as a “feature” animal that requires special lighting or dosing.

Features:

• Acts as a grazer that can help reduce nuisance algae and film algae on live rock and other hard surfaces
• Typically a peaceful, reef-compatible addition, making it useful for mixed reef communities
• Better long-term results when introduced to an established aquarium with natural food sources (biofilm/algae growth)
• Needs access to surfaces to scrape—placing it directly on rock or areas with film helps it settle in
• Like other snails, it benefits from stable water conditions because it relies on good water chemistry for a healthy shell
• Can accept supplemental algae-based foods if tank growth is limited, supporting steady grazing activity

Specifications:

• Scientific name: Turbo sp.
• Type: Saltwater turbo/grazing snail (invertebrate)
• Care level (general guidance): Generally hardy when kept in stable marine conditions
• Temperament: Non-aggressive (grazer)
• Diet (general guidance): Algae, biofilm, and film algae; may also take algae-based supplemental foods
• Placement: On live rock or wherever algae/biofilm is present
• Temperature: About 72–78°F (22–26°C) (general marine guidance)
• Salinity: About 1.020–1.025 specific gravity (general marine guidance)
• pH: About 8.1–8.4 (general marine guidance)
• Salinity requirement: Marine/reef salinity only