About
Walk into TCAquariums in Fort Pierce and you'll likely be greeted by Jeff, the owner, or his son Corey (also known as JJ) — a father-and-son team that runs this family operation with genuine passion. Situated on Florida's Treasure Coast, this independently owned shop has built a loyal following across St. Lucie County, with customers driving from as far as Stuart to skip the chain stores.
The saltwater side is where TCAquariums really shines, with quality corals that multiple reviewers single out as some of the best available locally. Jeff and Corey have also made house calls to service saltwater setups, including helping customers with their starter 55-gallon reef tanks. On the freshwater side, you'll find everything from celestial pearl danios and guppies to koi bettas, tetras, and cichlids.
The shop stocks axolotls and more unusual offerings like moray snowflake eels, and Jeff is happy to special order hard-to-find species — including rare betta varieties that you'd never see at a big box store. What customers talk about most isn't just the fish selection, though — it's the consultation. One reviewer called in with a nitrite crisis and credits Corey with saving their entire tank.
Another got free phone advice on tank maintenance with no sales pressure attached. Jeff has helped customers source specific fish at prices better than they could find online, and the team has guided families through setting up their first planted tanks with live plants and tetras. The shop also sells saltwater and freshwater supplies and provides RO water for tank owners, though a few reviewers note the dry goods selection is more limited compared to the livestock.
This is fundamentally a fish-first store, and the health of the animals reflects that priority. For aquarium hobbyists on the Treasure Coast looking for quality livestock, honest advice, and a shop that will answer your questions even after you've made your purchase, TCAquariums delivers.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Family-owned by Jeff and his son Corey with hands-on expertise in both freshwater and saltwater
- Strong coral selection considered among the best on Florida's Treasure Coast
- Special ordering service for rare species including uncommon betta varieties and eels
- In-home tank maintenance and setup services for saltwater tanks
- Diverse livestock from celestial pearl danios and axolotls to moray snowflake eels
From keepers
Customer reviews
“10/10 Cichlids, Thanks Jeff!”
— Local5.05 days ago“Fantastic place. Privately owned shop with great service and knowlege of the fish and their products..Jeff always a cool selection of all the major groups of fish species and of course a few oddballs mixed in..The best ,by far, on the treasure coast. Highly recommendable !”
— Gary Kruegel5.0a month ago“Very helpful and great atmosphere, you can tell the people that work here really care and live the craft of aquariums!”
— Jason Jarrach5.03 months ago“Very nice place great customer service”
— Chaz Burney5.04 months ago“Friendly and healthy fish.”
— Pacu L (Pacu)5.04 months ago“I wasn’t impressed with the freshwater stuff. Very empty, algae gunked tanks when I went. All the plants were rotting away :( better off going to big box stores”
— Kimberly D1.04 months ago“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ TC Aquariums is hands-down the best spot in Fort Pierce for any aquarium enthusiast! The owner, Jeff, is absolutely amazing — extremely knowledgeable and passionate about what he does. His expertise is second to none, and it really shows in the quality of the corals and fish they carry. Beyond the incredible selection, what really sets TC Aquariums apart is the care. Jeff and his staff genuinely care about both the animals and their customers, making sure you get the right guidance for your setup. You won’t find anyone locally who knows their stuff better. If you’re looking for top-quality corals, supplies, and expert advice, this is the place to go.”
— Robbie Powell (Tribaldude.com)5.05 months ago“Friendly staff and great selection”
— Lindsay Lacy5.05 months ago“Great service and cool fish there”
— William Menzel5.06 months ago“Great selection and service”
— paul newman5.07 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (772) 742-8875 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting TCAquariums.