Snail---is it invasive?

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  1. whytal

    whytal Astrea Snail

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    Found this snail in my tank. It has a halt oyster like shell on the top only and a long foot. Can move pretty fast. Wondering what it is and if it is invasive and should I keep it out?

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    Thanks
    Chris
     
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  3. ingtar_shinowa

    ingtar_shinowa Giant Squid

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    ive seen these on some recent frags. I had two i pulled out before the dip but were dead before I could do research. Another guy in town has some in a holding tank system. I don't know but i'll give you a bump and follow!
     
  4. Ultraner

    Ultraner Purple Spiny Lobster

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    It looks like a stomatella, a safe and a good cuc addition I have several in my tank and fuge.
     
  5. whytal

    whytal Astrea Snail

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    Yup...it's stomatella/ Thanks!!! Looks like they are ok.
     
  6. blackraven1425

    blackraven1425 Giant Squid

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    Stomatella, definitely reef safe.
     
  7. coral reefer

    coral reefer Giant Squid

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    They are just another one of life's natural cleaners and great for a reef aquarium.
     
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  9. Renee@LionfishLair

    Renee@LionfishLair 3reef Sponsor

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    Peek in your tank in the early hours before the lights come on.... you'll eventually see a million kazillion of them at that time. Their numbers wax and wane, either way it's of no consequence. I snag them up and put them in all my tanks.