Black Helmet Snail Neritina Pulligera 2cm
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Delivered alive, guaranteed
Live fish delivery is £20 per order, delivered Thursday, Friday or Saturday, arriving before 1:00pm on the day you choose at checkout. Packed by aquatic specialists and shipped overnight with a dedicated livestock courier, every fish is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee with automatic refunds. See How Live Fish Delivery Works for full details.
When will my fish arrive?
| Order placed | Delivery day |
|---|---|
| Up to Monday 11:00am | Thursday (that week) |
| Monday after 11:00am – Tuesday 11:00am | Friday (that week) |
| Tuesday after 11:00am – Wednesday 11:00am | Saturday (that week) |
| Wednesday after 11:00am – Sunday (any time) | Thursday (following week) |
Black Helmet Snail (Neritina pulligera)
Overview
The Black Helmet Snail is a hardy, attractive freshwater Nerite species known for its smooth, dark shell that resembles a polished helmet. Highly valued for its exceptional algae-eating abilities, it is one of the best natural cleaners for freshwater aquariums and will not reproduce in freshwater.
Origin
Widely distributed across Southeast Asia and the Indo-Pacific, inhabiting clean rivers, streams, and brackish estuaries.
Feeding
A dedicated algae grazer. Consumes:
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Soft film algae
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Diatoms
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Green spot algae
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Biofilm
Supplement with algae wafers or blanched vegetables if the tank is very clean.
Tank Mates
Extremely peaceful and compatible with:
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Tetras, rasboras, danios
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Corydoras & peaceful catfish
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Livebearers
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Shrimp
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Most community fish
Avoid: Loaches, puffers, large cichlids, or any fish known to nip at or eat snails.
Aggression
None. This is a completely peaceful, plant-safe species.
Experience Level
Beginner-friendly. Very hardy and low-maintenance.
Water Parameters
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Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
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pH: 7.2–8.5 (alkaline preferred to protect the shell)
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Hardness: 8–20 dGH
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Notes: Requires a tight lid—excellent climbers. Supplement calcium to maintain strong shell quality.
The Black Helmet Snail (Neritina pulligera) is an efficient, attractive, and safe addition to any peaceful freshwater aquarium setup.
Please Note
The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Birchwood Aquatic Centre shop. Species sold at the Birchwood Aquatic Centre physical store may differ from ones available to order to your door.
Frequently Asked Questions
In insulated boxes designed for live transport, packed by aquatic specialists,
overnight with a licensed live-animal courier, arriving before 1pm.
It is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
Photograph it within 4 hours of delivery, email info@birchwoodaquaticcentre.co.uk with your order number, and the refund is processed automatically. The cover continues for 7 days after arrival.
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. You pick your day at checkout; please choose a day someone is home.
Yes. One basket, one checkout; the fish arrive with the specialist courier and the rest of your order ships as normal.
We can deliver to UK mainland only for live fish.
Follow the five-minute acclimatisation steps in our When Your Fish Arrive guide: float the bags, add tank water gradually, net the fish in, lights low, feed tomorrow.