{"product_id":"strawberry-conch-snail-cyano-eater","title":"Strawberry Conch Snail (Cyano Eater)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStrawberry Conch \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Strawberry Conch (\u003cem\u003eStrombus luhuanus\u003c\/em\u003e) — also called the Blood-Mouthed Conch, Ruby Conch, or Bloody-Mouthed Conch — is one of the most functionally valuable, distinctively marked, and universally recommended cleanup crew invertebrates available anywhere in the entire saltwater hobby. \u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the Strawberry Conch genuinely stand apart from every other cleanup crew snail in the trade is a rare and highly-prized feeding behavior: Strawberry Conches actively consume cyanobacteria (also known as \"red slime algae\") — one of the most persistent and frustrating nuisance issues in reef aquariums, and one that the vast majority of cleanup crew members will completely ignore\u003c\/strong\u003e. Combined with a distinctive vibrant red-orange interior mouth that gives the species its trademark \"strawberry\" and \"blood-mouthed\" common names, an active foraging personality, and a conical cream-and-tan patterned shell, the Strawberry Conch delivers rare functional value that no standard turbo snail, hermit crab, or nassarius snail can match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the Strawberry Conch such a highly recommended cleanup crew addition is the combination of unique cyanobacteria-consumption behavior, peaceful reef-safe temperament, and the easy-care beginner-friendly husbandry that make premium functional value accessible to reefers at every skill level. \u003cstrong\u003eStrawberry Conches actively patrol sand beds and rockwork throughout the day consuming cyanobacteria mats, film algae, hair algae, detritus, uneaten fish food, and decaying matter — delivering multi-purpose cleanup value while specifically targeting the cyanobacteria issues that plague many established reef systems and that standard cleanup crew members cannot address\u003c\/strong\u003e. Peaceful with fish and other invertebrates, completely reef-safe with corals, and easy to keep in any standard reef aquarium with an established sand bed, the Strawberry Conch is one of the best functional cleanup crew additions available anywhere in the entire marine invertebrate trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:18px; padding:14px 0; border-bottom:1px solid #e3e8e9; background:#f7f8f8;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:155px; flex:0 0 155px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block; font-weight:700; color:#173f4b; background:#eef5f5; padding:4px 8px; border-radius:4px;\"\u003e1 Strawberry Conch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#536369; line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:18px; line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne healthy Strawberry Conch (\u003cem\u003eStrombus luhuanus\u003c\/em\u003e) — hand-selected from current inventory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConical shell with distinctive bright red-orange interior mouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive cyanobacteria consumer — targets red slime algae that most cleanup crew ignore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful reef-safe cleanup crew with easy beginner-friendly care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #607078; margin-top: 10px; font-style: italic;\"\u003eFor cyanobacteria-affected tanks, multiple Strawberry Conches are more effective than single specimens — recommend 1 conch per 15-25 gallons for active cyano management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; border:1px solid #dce4e6; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003e72–82°F (22–28°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003e1.023–1.026 — stable parameters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003e20+ gallons — fine to medium sand bed required for burrowing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003eCyanobacteria, film algae, hair algae, detritus, uneaten food, decaying matter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003ePeaceful — reef-safe with all corals, fish, and other invertebrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003eEasy — hardy beginner-friendly cleanup crew invertebrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #faf8ee; border: 1px solid #e6e1c9; border-left: 4px solid #b7ad78; border-radius: 10px; padding: 13px 15px; color: #22323a;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCyanobacteria management stocking guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strawberry Conches are one of the very few reef-safe cleanup crew members that actively consume cyanobacteria — a rare and valuable functional capability. For tanks with active cyanobacteria issues (\"red slime algae\" outbreaks), multiple Strawberry Conches are significantly more effective than single specimens. Recommend approximately 1 conch per 15-25 gallons for active cyano management, or 1 conch per 30-50 gallons for general cleanup crew maintenance in cyano-free systems. Strawberry Conches complement rather than replace standard cleanup crew members (turbo snails, cerith snails, hermits) — they specifically target the cyanobacteria niche that other cleanup crew ignore. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSand bed requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strawberry Conches require an established sand bed for natural foraging behavior — they burrow partially into fine to medium sand substrate to feed, rest, and hide from potential threats. A fine to medium grade aragonite sand bed of at least 1-2 inches deep is ideal. Bare-bottom tanks are not suitable for this species; the conch will struggle to feed naturally and may not thrive long-term without appropriate substrate. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding supplementation:\u003c\/strong\u003e While Strawberry Conches thrive on natural cyanobacteria, algae, and detritus in most established reef systems, tanks with insufficient natural food supply (very clean systems, minimal detritus, no cyano) may require supplemental feeding to prevent starvation. Occasional additions of dried algae sheets, sinking algae pellets, or sinking cleanup crew wafers help maintain health in low-food environments. Watch for shell erosion or lethargic behavior as signs of insufficient nutrition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ COPPER TOXICITY WARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e Like all marine invertebrates, Strawberry Conches are extremely sensitive to copper-based medications and copper contamination — even trace copper levels can be lethal within hours. Do NOT add Strawberry Conches (or any invertebrate) to any aquarium that has ever been treated with copper-based medications, or that uses copper-containing plumbing components. Test water for copper levels before introduction if there is any question about tank history. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strawberry Conches are peaceful and completely reef-safe with all corals, fish, and other invertebrates. However, they are NOT compatible with predatory fish that specifically target snails including: many wrasses (particularly Six-Line Wrasse, Melanurus Wrasse, and other snail-eating wrasse species), puffers, triggerfish, larger hermit crabs, and crab species that hunt snails. Compatible with peaceful reef community fish including clownfish, gobies, blennies, cardinalfish, chromis, and most reef-safe wrasses that do not target snails.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e🔍 Aquarium Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Strawberry Conch is one of the most functionally valuable and distinctively marked cleanup crew invertebrates available to reef keepers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive cyanobacteria consumer — one of the very few reef-safe cleanup crew members that will target \"red slime algae\" that plague many established reef systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive bright red-orange interior mouth and conical patterned shell — the source of the species' \"strawberry\" and \"blood-mouthed\" common names\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn easy-care beginner-friendly cleanup crew invertebrate with genuinely rare functional value — one of the best cleanup crew additions for reefers battling cyanobacteria issues or building a multi-purpose functional cleanup crew that addresses the full range of common reef nuisance issues\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eFor detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/pages\/species-library\" style=\"color: #1d5c78;\"\u003eSpecies Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f6f8f9; border: 1px solid #dde4e7; border-left: 4px solid #8a98a0; border-radius: 10px; padding: 13px 15px; font-size: 13px; color: #607078; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #46545b;\"\u003eLivestock Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 10px;\"\u003eDue to natural variation, the Strawberry Conch you receive will be hand-selected from current inventory and may vary in exact size, shell pattern intensity, and mouth color saturation. Specific size and shell pattern cannot be guaranteed and are determined at packing time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003ePhotographs are representative examples. Individual specimens may vary in size, shell pattern, and coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrawberry Conches require an established sand bed for natural foraging behavior and are NOT compatible with copper-treated tanks (copper is lethal to all invertebrates). Not compatible with snail-eating predators including some wrasses, puffers, and triggerfish. For active cyanobacteria management, multiple specimens are significantly more effective than singles.\u003c\/strong\u003e As with all live animals, proper acclimation and a suitable, established environment are essential for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macroalgae Farms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49697128775939,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/7151\/7699\/files\/hf_20260925_002553_901816b8-8600-4f5c-8e50-15085c9cce0b.jpg?v=1790299426","url":"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/products\/strawberry-conch-snail-cyano-eater","provider":"Macroalgae Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}