Where to buy corals in nj, pa nyc

Mikepl84 · 11/14/2017, 11:53 PM

Can anyone recomend any good Reef stores or online vendonrs, i'm new to the hobby i have setup a 40 gal quarentine tank where i will quarentene everything , even coral as i'm setting up a 300 gal tank with 100 gallon sump , there is a lot of $$$ going into this. just trying to feel out where you guys get your stuff from. i'm in north nj about 20 mins from NYC

homer1475 · 11/15/2017, 03:21 AM

As I live way upstate(think near Canadian border) I have no idea whats in NYC, but if you ping reefwreak he could be able to tell you. Quite a few NYC reefers around, just keep an eye out for them.

As far as livestock(fish), Live aquaria always has decent prices and stock lists. I like Austin Aqua Farms for some nice LPS's, Blue Zoo Aquatics has a nice selection also.

Just keep in mind that if you plan on buying online, its often times better to wait until your ordering a couple things as shipping overnight can sometimes be pretty pricey, and most places have free shipping after you meet a certain minimum $$ amount.

Breadman03 · 11/15/2017, 07:40 AM

You live in a pretty good spot! NE PA is really lacking, but here's my map of places. Absolutely Fish will probably be your #1 spot. Manhattan Aquarium is good, but tolls will probably make it a "when in the city" stop. Something Fishy is pretty good, probably on par with AF.

https://www.google.com/maps/placelis...UxcDmGwQBHV2Ec

tjm9331 · 11/15/2017, 07:48 AM

High Tide Coral on Long Island is one of the best places in New York to get Corals, wide selection, great prices and Justin the owner is amazing and really knows his stuff!

albano · 11/15/2017, 07:49 AM

The Reef Shoppe
1741 COLDEN AVE
BRONX, NY 10462

Once you've been there, you'll never want to shop anywhere else!

dlondono · 11/15/2017, 08:52 AM

MikePL84, buy your fish from LiveAquaria and no where else.
Read about LiveAquaria's guarantee and you will see why.

For Coral, expensive pieces always check LiveAquaria first, again only online store to stand by their guarantee.

When you have an itch to just throw away money, you have to decide what your goal is, impulse buy or some super appealing colorful coral.
Many stores around, none offer any type of worthwhile guarantee.

If you are new to the hobby my best advice is to just do the rounds, find the address of all of the Saltwater shops in NJ and near you in NY and drive over to a few of them, if you are new to this, you are going to have to get it out of your system.

The Reef Shoppe in NY does often have good prices but if your specimen dies 4 days later, you are on your own but they do run sales that at times are insane. I too being from NJ can tell you that its not a quick ride. You will spend at least 3 hours there and back on a good day, not to mention tolls and after all that if your specimen dies after a few days you are SOL. This is not applicable only to this particular store, it is the norm of all stores. No store will give you a hassle free 2 week live guarantee.

If you already understand that corals grow insanely slow and can accept the frag growth process, buy your frags on Ebay, other ppl that sell frags without the hype.
Again, if you are new to this, get familiar with how this industry manipulates the buyer by branding corals, fish, miraculous equipment simply to charge a premium.
When searching online for coral, if the picture looks too good to be true, it means exactly that. Sellers edit their pictures by saturating the picture with color, its misleading but many fall for it and pay ridiculous amounts of money.

If you are not new to this, maybe it will help someone else, do still familiarize yourself with LiveAquaria, you will not regret becoming a Drfosterandsmith & LiveAquaria customer for most of your stuff.

Therinx · 11/15/2017, 11:11 AM

New York Reef Aquatic in Flushing

rocsec1 · 11/15/2017, 02:48 PM

Follow reeefers and coral swaps

Myna · 11/15/2017, 05:50 PM

I live in north jersey as well and go to a few different spots.

Absolutely Fish in Clifton, NJ

And if you go down by the shore:
Tropiquarium in Asbury Park
Aquarium Care Center in Asbury Park

Ocean Image Aquatics in Ledgewood NJ

I like all of them but I especially like Ocean Image Aquatics because the guy that owns the shop (Alex) is a great guy and will help you with pointers and just talk to you about your setup and what your looking for. Or wanting to accomplish. He also will work out great prices for you and will decrease prices if you buy multiple pieces. Highly recommend that place. And if you go by the shore, the Aquarium care center is better in my opinion than Tropiquarium and they have a HUGe selection. But tropiquarium is literally a minute down the street so you can check them both out if you go out that way. Good luck.

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Breadman03 · 11/15/2017, 06:56 PM

(Adding all of these to my map list)

madskillz04 · 11/16/2017, 10:52 AM

i live in Wayne NJ, try Sea Level Aquarium , you will not be disappointing, very fair and honest. the owner is great and they have a ton of stuff.

28 US Highway 46 West
Pine Brook, NJ 07058
P: (973) 227-0200
Mondays: Closed
Tuesdays: Closed
Wednesdays to Fridays: 12pm – 9pm
Saturays: 11am – 8pm
Sundays: 11am – 6pm

Therinx · 11/16/2017, 11:15 AM

NY Reef Aquatic web site: http://www.newyorkreefaquatic.com

I've been there, from my point of view all the livestock is in pristine condition and the guys there are friendly and helpful. First time i went there i hadn't even bought a tank yet and told them i wasn't ready just browsing and they still went out of their way to answer any questions and show me around.

Eric The Clown · 11/16/2017, 12:45 PM

Aquarium Care Center in Ocean/Asbury Park NJ is excellent. They specialize in corals.

Breadman03 · 11/16/2017, 02:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madskillz04

i live in Wayne NJ, try Sea Level Aquarium , you will not be disappointing, very fair and honest. the owner is great and they have a ton of stuff.

So long as they aren't supplying filets to Bonefish Grille next door.

MAMGM · 11/16/2017, 08:10 PM

Took a ride to Something Fishy today. Very good selection of healthy looking fish and great selection of corals and frags which are 35% off right now

Diana A · 11/16/2017, 08:34 PM

Aquatic Obsession - Avenel
Feng Reef - Dunellen
Ocean Gallery - N. Plainfield
Ultimate Coral - Jackson

Mikepl84 · 11/16/2017, 08:56 PM

all great suggestions. will def check these places out as i do a lot of driving around nj with my job.

Navig8tr · 11/18/2017, 02:31 PM

You will be hard pressed to beat the selection at Absolutely Fish in Clifton. Very knowledgeable staff as well.

11/15/2017, 03:21 AM	#2
homer1475 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 5,313	As I live way upstate(think near Canadian border) I have no idea whats in NYC, but if you ping reefwreak he could be able to tell you. Quite a few NYC reefers around, just keep an eye out for them. As far as livestock(fish), Live aquaria always has decent prices and stock lists. I like Austin Aqua Farms for some nice LPS's, Blue Zoo Aquatics has a nice selection also. Just keep in mind that if you plan on buying online, its often times better to wait until your ordering a couple things as shipping overnight can sometimes be pretty pricey, and most places have free shipping after you meet a certain minimum $$ amount. __________________ 80G SCA Build: http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2560256 Originally posted by der_wille_zur_macht: "He's just taking his lunch to work"

11/15/2017, 07:40 AM	#3
Breadman03 New Old School Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Luzerne County, PA Posts: 3,293	Where to buy corals in nj, pa nyc You live in a pretty good spot! NE PA is really lacking, but here's my map of places. Absolutely Fish will probably be your #1 spot. Manhattan Aquarium is good, but tolls will probably make it a "when in the city" stop. Something Fishy is pretty good, probably on par with AF. https://www.google.com/maps/placelis...UxcDmGwQBHV2Ec

11/15/2017, 07:49 AM	#5
albano SALTWATER since '73 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Katonah, NY/ San Fernando Ca./ Sea Isle City NJ Posts: 6,210	The Reef Shoppe 1741 COLDEN AVE BRONX, NY 10462 Once you've been there, you'll never want to shop anywhere else! __________________ ______________________________________ Jan. '11 TOTM Manhattan Reefs Current Tank Info: 500g & 200g acrylic DTs/2 separate reef systems

11/15/2017, 08:52 AM	#6
dlondono Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 104	MikePL84, buy your fish from LiveAquaria and no where else. Read about LiveAquaria's guarantee and you will see why. For Coral, expensive pieces always check LiveAquaria first, again only online store to stand by their guarantee. When you have an itch to just throw away money, you have to decide what your goal is, impulse buy or some super appealing colorful coral. Many stores around, none offer any type of worthwhile guarantee. If you are new to the hobby my best advice is to just do the rounds, find the address of all of the Saltwater shops in NJ and near you in NY and drive over to a few of them, if you are new to this, you are going to have to get it out of your system. The Reef Shoppe in NY does often have good prices but if your specimen dies 4 days later, you are on your own but they do run sales that at times are insane. I too being from NJ can tell you that its not a quick ride. You will spend at least 3 hours there and back on a good day, not to mention tolls and after all that if your specimen dies after a few days you are SOL. This is not applicable only to this particular store, it is the norm of all stores. No store will give you a hassle free 2 week live guarantee. If you already understand that corals grow insanely slow and can accept the frag growth process, buy your frags on Ebay, other ppl that sell frags without the hype. Again, if you are new to this, get familiar with how this industry manipulates the buyer by branding corals, fish, miraculous equipment simply to charge a premium. When searching online for coral, if the picture looks too good to be true, it means exactly that. Sellers edit their pictures by saturating the picture with color, its misleading but many fall for it and pay ridiculous amounts of money. If you are not new to this, maybe it will help someone else, do still familiarize yourself with LiveAquaria, you will not regret becoming a Drfosterandsmith & LiveAquaria customer for most of your stuff. __________________ Diego Current Tank Info: 200g Last edited by dlondono; 11/15/2017 at 08:57 AM. Reason: adding more info to my post

11/16/2017, 08:34 PM	#16
Diana A Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: New Jersey Posts: 682	Aquatic Obsession - Avenel Feng Reef - Dunellen Ocean Gallery - N. Plainfield Ultimate Coral - Jackson __________________ diana

11/14/2017, 11:53 PM	#1
Mikepl84 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: North NJ Posts: 19	Where to buy corals in nj, pa nyc Can anyone recomend any good Reef stores or online vendonrs, i'm new to the hobby i have setup a 40 gal quarentine tank where i will quarentene everything , even coral as i'm setting up a 300 gal tank with 100 gallon sump , there is a lot of $$$ going into this. just trying to feel out where you guys get your stuff from. i'm in north nj about 20 mins from NYC

11/15/2017, 07:48 AM	#4
tjm9331 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 340	High Tide Coral on Long Island is one of the best places in New York to get Corals, wide selection, great prices and Justin the owner is amazing and really knows his stuff!

11/15/2017, 11:11 AM	#7
Therinx Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: NYC Posts: 55	New York Reef Aquatic in Flushing

11/15/2017, 02:48 PM	#8
rocsec1 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Medina oh Posts: 1,782	Follow reeefers and coral swaps

11/15/2017, 05:50 PM	#9
Myna Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Posts: 58	I live in north jersey as well and go to a few different spots. Absolutely Fish in Clifton, NJ And if you go down by the shore: Tropiquarium in Asbury Park Aquarium Care Center in Asbury Park Ocean Image Aquatics in Ledgewood NJ I like all of them but I especially like Ocean Image Aquatics because the guy that owns the shop (Alex) is a great guy and will help you with pointers and just talk to you about your setup and what your looking for. Or wanting to accomplish. He also will work out great prices for you and will decrease prices if you buy multiple pieces. Highly recommend that place. And if you go by the shore, the Aquarium care center is better in my opinion than Tropiquarium and they have a HUGe selection. But tropiquarium is literally a minute down the street so you can check them both out if you go out that way. Good luck. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11/15/2017, 06:56 PM	#10
Breadman03 New Old School Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Luzerne County, PA Posts: 3,293	(Adding all of these to my map list)

11/16/2017, 10:52 AM	#11
madskillz04 Registered Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: New Jersey Posts: 21	i live in Wayne NJ, try Sea Level Aquarium , you will not be disappointing, very fair and honest. the owner is great and they have a ton of stuff. 28 US Highway 46 West Pine Brook, NJ 07058 P: (973) 227-0200 Mondays: Closed Tuesdays: Closed Wednesdays to Fridays: 12pm – 9pm Saturays: 11am – 8pm Sundays: 11am – 6pm

11/16/2017, 11:15 AM	#12
Therinx Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: NYC Posts: 55	NY Reef Aquatic web site: http://www.newyorkreefaquatic.com I've been there, from my point of view all the livestock is in pristine condition and the guys there are friendly and helpful. First time i went there i hadn't even bought a tank yet and told them i wasn't ready just browsing and they still went out of their way to answer any questions and show me around.

11/16/2017, 12:45 PM	#13
Eric The Clown Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: New Jersey Posts: 10	Aquarium Care Center in Ocean/Asbury Park NJ is excellent. They specialize in corals.

11/16/2017, 08:10 PM	#15
MAMGM Registered Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Shillington, Pa. Posts: 284	Took a ride to Something Fishy today. Very good selection of healthy looking fish and great selection of corals and frags which are 35% off right now

11/16/2017, 08:56 PM	#17
Mikepl84 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: North NJ Posts: 19	all great suggestions. will def check these places out as i do a lot of driving around nj with my job.

11/18/2017, 02:31 PM	#18
Navig8tr Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 70	You will be hard pressed to beat the selection at Absolutely Fish in Clifton. Very knowledgeable staff as well.