Trochus is a genus of medium-to large-sized, top -shaped sea snails with an operculum, of the family Trochidae, the top snails. [1]

Trochus snails are peaceful, beautiful, easy to breed, reef-safe, compatible with corals, and easy to care for. Trochus snails are probably one the most popular and desirable marine invertebrates in the aquarium hobby.

The trochus snail (Trochus spp.) earns its place as a dutiful saltwater aquarium clean-up crew member. They’re also attractive to keep around the tank. (Who doesn’t love combining form and function?) You don’t need to stretch to manage the gastropods, either.

May 30, 2023 · Trochus snails are herbivorous that graze on tank algae and detritus, making them an ideal addition to a minimum 10-gallon (38-liter) tank with water conditions of 74-79°F (23-26°C) and a pH of 8.1 – 8.4, and medium to dim lighting. Trochus snails coexist well …

Sep 26, 2023 · Trochus snails, belonging to the Trochidae family, are popular marine invertebrates often included in reef aquariums as part of the clean-up crew. They are known for their beautiful shells and efficient algae-grazing abilities. Most Trochus species grow to a maximum size of around 1-3 inches (2.5-7.6cm).

Trochus maculatus, common name the maculated top shell, is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Trochidae, the top snails. [1]

Jan 24, 2025 · Trochus Snails are completely reef-safe cleanup crew members that thrive singly or in groups. They are peaceful tankmates and can coexist with a wide variety of reef-safe species. Avoid housing them with predatory fish, such as pufferfish, that may see them as …

Sep 6, 2024 · Learn how to care for Trochus snails in your reef tank. From algae control to tank setup, find out why they're my favorite reef-safe and self-sufficient snail. Skip to content

The Banded Trochus Snail does best in a well-established aquarium with ample hiding places and room to forage. It naturally feeds on algae, cyanobacteria, and diatoms amongst your live rock, substrate, and aquarium glass. The Banded Trochus is also an effective film algae eater.

Trochus intextus is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Trochidae, the top snails. [1] Description. The size of the shell varies between 20 mm and 30 mm. The thick, solid shell has a rather straightly conical shape and is falsely umbilicate.