Seaworthy Aquatics — Local services in Houston

I'm here visiting the Houston Texas area with my friend and thought it would be cool to see some of the stores. I've only seen Oregon aquarium stores and was very interested in what the area had to offer, and wanted to bring something back from texas. Unfortunately, many stores seemed to favor a turn and burn style of business, where the health of the coral was questionable. At another store I saw over a hundred euphilyia corals, none of them with flesh bands. The third location I went to seemed to have many missing heads, and one store had no care for the brown hair algae growing on their corals.

Seaworthy aquatics was an entirely different experience. I walked in and was impressed immediately with the cleanliness and the well insulated environment. Being a mom and pop coral store, they are in a residential area, and out of a garage, but don't let that fool you. The acro corals are gorgeous, with no bleaching, and excellent polyp extension. The euphilyia have healthy flesh bands, and the store is well stocked with a wide variety of goods for the size. The owner was busy building tanks out front when i arrived, but came inside and was very attentive to my questions. The prices were honestly not the best in the city, though very comparable. However, the coral health exceeded any other place I had been to, which for me is worth the very minor cost difference. I know if I buy something from them, it is likely to survive as long as I do my due diligence as an aquarium owner. I ended up leaving with an Indo gold torch for under 100 dollars including the local 8.5% tax. Despite knowingly taking more time to get it t tank than advised, I am confident I will get it home without too much stress to the healthy specimen.

First picture is outside of the store, with reduced polyp extension due to handling. Second picture is getting some controlled doses of sunlight in a windowsill so that it does not experience too much time in darkness and won't necessarily need to be acclimated in lowest light. There has been some color change, but I have had it bagged longer than advised, so I know it will need some time in tank to color up again.

Edit: last photo is a couple weeks update after getting it...

A Hidden Gem for Coral Enthusiasts at Seaworthy Aquatics!

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Seaworthy Aquatics, and I must say it was an exceptional experience. From the moment I walked in, the owner's passion and expertise in saltwater fish and coral were evident.

The owner, Perry, is not only incredibly smart but also very informative. I was impressed by the depth of knowledge and the willingness to share insights. It made my visit not only enjoyable but also educational.

Now, let's talk about the corals! The selection at Seaworthy Aquatics is nothing short of breathtaking. The colors and variety were beyond my expectations. In particular, the Echinophyllia aspera, or chalice corals, caught my eye with their vibrant hues and unique patterns. It's clear that Perry has a keen eye for curating a stunning collection.

What truly stood out was the personalized service. Perry took the time to understand my preferences and provided valuable recommendations. The level of customer service went above and beyond, making me feel like a valued customer.

I left Seaworthy Aquatics with a bag full of gorgeous corals and a smile on my face. If you're a coral enthusiast or just starting in the hobby, I highly recommend paying a visit to Seaworthy Aquatics. You won't be disappointed!

Thank you, Perry, for creating such a welcoming space for fish & coral lovers. I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

Justin

First 3 Pics are from Seaworthy Aquatics. Everything else is of the corals I bought from...

Hidden gem. Fair prices, owner seems super passionate about what he does - you can tell by the quality of the stock for sure. The huge clams were the most amazing I've ever seen, hands down. And I know people don't come looking for them, but they have super cute amigurumi (small crochet figures) too that I'm almost certain were hand made! If you have a saltwater tank, this place is certainly worth the visit! It's small compared to most, but if you find something you like, it'll be quality and you won't pay a fortune. My coral are still getting adjusted, so my photos won't do them justice; you get a cuteness...