Have you ever looked into a reef tank and felt amazed by the sheer variety of colors and shapes? That’s what our coral room is all about.
We’re known for it, and it’s why fellow reef keepers drive in from Tampa, Fort Myers, and all across inland Florida. They come for the incredible selection we keep. You’ll find everything from vibrant zoanthids and mushrooms to flowing leathers, euphyllia, acans, chalices, and montiporas. We also have a rotating lineup of SPS, including stunning Acropora when our sources allow.
Healthy, Stable Corals You Can Trust
Our commitment to you is simple: healthy corals that thrive. This starts the moment a new piece arrives.
Every single frag is dipped and inspected. We use proven treatments like Bayer or Coral Rx depending on the species to prevent common pests like Aiptasia or Montipora-eating nudibranchs from ever entering your tank. After the dip, each coral is observed in our systems for at least a week before it ever hits the sales floor. This quarantine period is crucial for ensuring the coral is healthy and ready for a new home.
You can also see exactly how a coral will look in your tank. Our display reefs are lit with AI Hydra, Kessil A-series, and Current USA Orbit Marine fixtures, top brands that we carry in the store. This means no surprise color shifts when you get your new coral home.
Our System Parameters: The Secret to Stability
Consistency is everything in a reef tank. Big swings in water chemistry can stress corals, so we keep our parameters incredibly stable. You can see our daily logs right on the wall when you visit.
Here’s what we maintain:
- Alkalinity: 8 to 9 dKH (This is vital for skeletal growth and keeping pH stable)
- Calcium: 420 to 440 ppm (The primary building block for stony corals)
- Magnesium: 1300 to 1380 ppm (Helps keep alkalinity and calcium in balance)
- Nitrate: 2 to 5 ppm
- Phosphate: 0.03 to 0.08 ppm
Planning Your Perfect Reef
Getting started or planning an upgrade can feel like a lot, but we’re here to help you get it right. We’ve put together some resources based on the questions we hear every day.
For figuring out the right brightness, our coral lighting requirements guide breaks down PAR, different fixture options, and what each type of coral needs to flourish.
If you’re new to the hobby, you don’t have to guess. Our guide to the best beginner soft corals is the perfect place to start. You can also learn the key differences between major coral types in our SPS vs LPS vs soft corals overview before buying anything pricey. When you’re ready to bring a new piece home, our playbook for the dip and drip method shows you the safest way to acclimate new frags, just like we do in the store.
Wondering about the budget? A 2024 analysis showed that a mid-range 30 to 50-gallon setup can have a first-year cost between $1,500 and $3,000. To get a better idea for your specific plans, our guide on how much does a reef tank cost in Florida outlines realistic numbers. For a personalized estimate, you can use our reef tank cost estimator to sketch out a first-year total based on your dream tank size, livestock plan, and lighting choices.
