lso known as: Ring Cowrie, Golden Ring Cowrie
Description:
The Gold Ring Cowrie is a small, smooth-shelled marine snail known for its glossy white shell adorned with a distinct golden-yellow ring on the dorsal surface. These beautiful mollusks make excellent additions to reef and marine aquariums due to their peaceful nature and algae-eating habits.
Size: Up to 2.5 cm
Origin: Indo-Pacific region
Temperament: Peaceful
Reef Safe: With caution – may nip at soft corals or polyps if hungry
Care Level: Easy
Diet: Herbivore – primarily grazes on algae, film algae, and detritus. Supplement with dried seaweed or algae wafers if natural food is scarce.
Tank Requirements:
Note:
While generally reef safe, they should be monitored in coral-heavy tanks. If underfed, they may begin to graze on soft coral or sponges.
