Appearance: High, rounded shell resembling a military helmet; colors vary from black to brown with light spots.
Size: About 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 4 cm) in diameter.
Diet: Primarily eats algae; can also take algae wafers or spirulina tablets if algae is limited.
Behavior: Slow-moving and peaceful; excellent algae grazer.
Compatibility: Generally safe with most fish and invertebrates; avoid aggressive species.
Breeding: Requires brackish conditions to breed; won’t reproduce in typical freshwater setups.