OceanCrazy
Reefing newb
Was looking at snails and this poped up in my head. Which would you go for?
Bumble Bee or Nassarius snails?
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Kelz88
Got Reef?
Nass, they turn your sand for you.
OceanCrazy
Reefing newb
Thought both did the same. I have or had 20 Nass but can only see like 6 when feeding. Was thinking of getting some more so thought why not try out the Bee.
FishyReef
Broke Reefer!
I don't recall exactly, but I heard something about bumblebee snails that led me to conclude they were not a good addition to a reef tank. Wish I could recall exactly what it was - google them and see what you find out.
OceanCrazy
Reefing newb
Ahh yes this on LA :
"Though peaceful, keep in mind that the Bumble Bee Snail is a carnivore. If there is insufficient food, the Bumble Bee Snail may feed on other snails in your aquarium or indiscriminately consume polychaetes whether beneficial or the more troublesome bristleworm".
"Though peaceful, keep in mind that the Bumble Bee Snail is a carnivore. If there is insufficient food, the Bumble Bee Snail may feed on other snails in your aquarium or indiscriminately consume polychaetes whether beneficial or the more troublesome bristleworm".
Bifferwine
I am a girl
Bumblebees have been known to eat corals too. I've always had bumblebee snails and never noticed this, but I've read everywhere that they will eat other snails and corals. Nassarius are a must for any reef tank. No matter what type of other snails you have in your tank, you should have nassarius as well.
