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Cortez Cerith Snail
| Scientific Name | Cerithium sp. |
| Diet | Herbivore; diatoms, cyanobacteria, scavenger |
| Alt Common Name | Horn Shell |
| Family | Cerithiidae |
| Origin | Circumtropical; Sea of Cortez |
| Aquarist Level | Novice |
| Reef Safe | Yes |
| Coloration | Varies |
| Disposition | Peaceful |
| Hardiness | Very |
| Mature Size | 1 inches |
| Reproduction Method | Reproduction in captivity reported. |
| Sexual Dimorphism | None |
| Venomous | No |
Notes: This snail burrows into the sand bed preventing anaerobic zones from forming. The bumble bee snail is also well known for its scavenging abilities. We recommend approximately 1 sand burrowing snail of this size per 1.5 gallons of aquarium capacity. Reproduction in captivity was reported by J. Sprung "Invertebrates. A quick reference guide."