Money Cowrie

Money Cowrie

Scientific Name: Monetaria moneta

Small Fish Safe: Yes

Invert Safe: Yes

Coral Safe: Yes

Adult Size: ~2–3 cm

Diet: Omnivore – grazes on algae, biofilm, and detritus

Why We Like It:

A classic reef oddity, the Money Cowrie brings a smooth, glossy shell and ancient symbolism to your tank. While primarily a peaceful grazer, they can occasionally disturb delicate corals, so placement and observation matter. Best used in mixed reef tanks with strong algae growth or as a collector’s curiosity.