{"product_id":"money-cowry-monetaria-moneta","title":"Tiger Cowrie (Cypraea tigris)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"36\" data-end=\"493\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"56\"\u003eTiger Cowrie\u003c\/strong\u003e is a stunning, glossy-shelled grazer with a bold spotted pattern that instantly stands out in any saltwater aquarium. Mostly nocturnal, it spends evenings cruising rockwork and glass hunting for algae, biofilm, and leftover organics. It can be a great showpiece invert in the right setup, but because cowries are opportunistic feeders, this species is best kept in systems where you can monitor its behaviour and provide consistent food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"513\"\u003eWhy we love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"732\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eIconic tiger pattern with a smooth, high-gloss shell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"635\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eFun night-time activity and great “after lights out” viewing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"679\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eHardy once acclimated in stable systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"732\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"732\"\u003eAwesome showpiece invert for larger marine tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"764\"\u003eCare and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"793\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"809\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful to Opportunistic\u003cbr data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"838\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e With caution\u003cbr data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"868\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"877\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore (algae, biofilm, leftovers, meaty foods)\u003cbr data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"930\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~4 to 6\"\u003cbr data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"979\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 gallons recommended (larger ideal)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003eTiger Cowries need steady nutrition, especially in clean tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eFilm algae and biofilm on rockwork and glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eDried seaweed (nori) offered regularly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003eSinking pellets and occasional meaty foods like mysis or chopped seafood\u003cbr data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eIf underfed, it may start sampling corals or other sessile invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eTank and Setup Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eBest in established tanks with plenty of grazing surfaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003eSecure loose frags and decorations, this cowrie is strong and can knock things over\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eMaintain stable alkalinity and calcium for shell health\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003eAvoid sudden salinity swings, inverts are sensitive to rapid changes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1680\"\u003eCompatibility Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003eUse caution in reef tanks. Some individuals may graze on soft corals, zoanthids, sponges, or clam mantles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eBest in fish-only systems or carefully planned reefs where you can monitor behavior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003eAvoid predators like triggers and puffers that may bite or flip it\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003eProvide consistent feeding to reduce the chance of coral picking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2048\"\u003eAcclimation and Health\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003eDrip acclimation is recommended. Place it on rockwork or glass so it can grip securely. Once settled, it is typically hardy, but long-term success depends on stable parameters and reliable feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Shop of Coral","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":53118170562833,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5196\/6737\/files\/TigerCowrie.webp?v=1770838481","url":"https:\/\/littleshopofcoral.ca\/products\/money-cowry-monetaria-moneta","provider":"Little Shop of Coral","version":"1.0","type":"link"}