What is the small oval snail

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A lot of the oval snails on the glass of DT and sump, about 4mm long. Are they pest or sort of snails? Thanks

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A lot of the oval snails on the glass of DT and sump, about 4mm long. Are they pest or sort of snails? Thanks

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Judging from this picture alone and looking at how simple its anatomy is, I’d say limpet. Harmless algae grazers that will steadily multiply in your tank as it matures.
 

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