Dog Conch - Laevistrombus canarium

Dog Conch - Laevistrombus canarium

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The Dog Conch, also known as the Cane Conch, is a fascinating and useful sand-dwelling snail prized for its ability to sift through substrate in search of food. Its elongated, spiral shell and distinctive conch-like appearance make it stand out among other cleanup crew snails. In the aquarium, it helps aerate sand beds and consume detritus, uneaten food, and algae.

Description:

Common Names: Dog Conch, Cane Conch

Scientific Name: Laevistrombus canarium

Family: Strombidae

Size: Up to 4 inches (10 cm)

Temperament: Peaceful

Difficulty: Easy

Reef Safe: Yes

Native Region:

Native to the Indo-Pacific region, most commonly found in shallow sandy lagoons and seagrass beds.

Aquarium Setup:

Tank Size: Minimum of 30 gallons

Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)

pH: 8.0–8.4

Salinity: 1.023–1.025

Substrate: Requires a sand bed for burrowing and foraging.

Additional Tips:

Diet: Feeds on detritus, leftover food, algae, and organic material within the sand. Supplement with sinking pellets or algae wafers if food is scarce.

Behavior: Active sand-sifter that burrows and surfaces throughout the day, keeping the substrate oxygenated and clean.

Tankmates: Peaceful and compatible with most reef inhabitants; should not be housed with predatory crabs or fish that may attack snails.

Care: Hardy and low-maintenance, making it a great addition to cleanup crews in both reef and fish-only systems.


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