{"product_id":"bumble-bee-snail","title":"Bumble Bee Snail","description":"\u003cp\u003eBumblebee Snails (Engina mendicaria)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBumblebee snails are small, eye-catching members of the clean-up crew, named for their distinctive yellow and black striped shells that resemble a bumblebee's coloring. These carnivorous snails are particularly effective at controlling unwanted pests in reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent hunters of vermetid snails and other small pest snails\u003cbr\u003e\nHelp control flatworms and detritus\u003cbr\u003e\nSmall size (typically 0.5-1 inch) allows them to access tight spaces\u003cbr\u003e\nHardy and adaptable to most reef conditions\u003cbr\u003e\nCare Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature: 72-78°F\u003cbr\u003e\nSalinity: 1.023-1.025 specific gravity\u003cbr\u003e\nDiet: Carnivorous - feeds on small snails, worms, and meaty foods; may require supplemental feeding if pest populations are low\u003cbr\u003e\nReef Safe: Yes, but may prey on small beneficial snails if food is scarce\u003cbr\u003e\nAcclimation: Drip acclimate for 30-60 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\nImportant Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\nBumblebee snails are more predatory than typical herbivorous CUC members. They're best added when you have a specific pest snail problem. Monitor their behavior and ensure adequate food sources to prevent them from targeting desirable snails. They may occasionally burrow in the sand bed while hunting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended Stocking: 1 per 10-20 gallons, depending on pest population\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Empire Corals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52688556753175,"sku":"I56110","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/2746\/7287\/files\/f1wgpmds9cIMG_9385.heic?v=1778020638","url":"https:\/\/empirecorals.com\/products\/bumble-bee-snail","provider":"Empire Corals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}