Ring Cowrie (Cypraea annulus)

Ring Cowrie

ring Cowrie

Cypraea annulus

Difficulty

Easy

Min. Tank Size

114 Litres (30 US G.)

Size

8.9-15.2cm (3.5-6 ")

sg

1.023 - 1.025

pH

8.0 - 8.4

Temp.

22.2-26.7°C (72 -80 °F)

Water Hardness

8-12 °d

Availability

Common

Diet

Herbivore
Other (See article)

Life Span

2-3 years

Habitat

Indo-Pacific

This animal is available captive bred

Additional names

Additional scientific names

Monetaria annulus, Cypraea annularis, Ornamentaria annulus, Erosaria annulus

Alternative names

Ring Cowry, Gold Ringer

Origin

From as North Hawai'i to the Galapagos to The Red Sea.

Sexing

Males are smaller than females.

Tank compatibility

This snail is reef safe.

Diet

Herbivorous; needs lots of algae in its diet.

Environment Specifics

Reef tanks will suffice.

Behaviour

Peaceful.

Identification

Resembles the Money cowrie, except it has a ring encircling the back of the shell.