About
Poseidon Aquarium is a long-standing, well-stocked aquarium store in South Daytona, FL that pulls hobbyists from well beyond the Daytona Beach area. Reviewers routinely mention driving 30 miles or more, and one recent visitor made the trek all the way from southern Illinois. " On the freshwater side you'll find livebearers like guppies and mollies, schooling and oddball fish, problem-solvers like yoyo loaches (one customer wiped out a 98% snail infestation overnight on staff advice), and live plants including anubias for sale in South Daytona, FL.
Saltwater keepers come for tangs, corals, zoanthids, and invertebrates, including the occasional mantis shrimp, a dream pet for more than one reviewer. The store also carries axolotls, which several shoppers note are hard to find anywhere else nearby, plus turtles and a famous driftwood selection that has inspired out-of-state visitors to check a bag on the flight home. If you're setting up a tank, this is a practical first stop.
New and used aquarium setups, tanks and stands, sand, and general dry goods are available in South Daytona, FL at prices reviewers consistently call fair. Staff helped one customer get a shrimp tank started from scratch, and owner Nick, in the hobby for decades, has a reputation for knowledgeable, patient guidance. One visitor shopping for a gift recalled him opening early to help pick the right fish, shrimp, and cleaners.
A subset of reviews flags fish health, so it's wise to inspect livestock closely and quarantine at home. Even so, regulars call it one of the best local fish stores around, and the sheer variety makes Poseidon Aquarium worth the trip for anyone hunting something specific or unexpected.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Poseidon Aquarium in South Daytona, FL
Poseidon Aquarium stocks corals, tangs, invertebrates, shrimp, livebearers, axolotls, aquarium plants and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in South Daytona, FL. As an aquarium store serving South Daytona, FL, it also carries dry goods and aquarium equipment and offers aquarium consultations.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Hundreds of freshwater and saltwater species in stock — livebearers, tangs, corals, zoanthids, and oddball finds
- Hard-to-find axolotls and turtles, plus the occasional mantis shrimp
- Famous driftwood selection alongside new and used aquarium setups, tanks, and stands
- Owner Nick and staff known for knowledgeable, patient advice and fair retail prices
- Live plants including anubias and problem-solvers like yoyo loaches
From keepers
Customer reviews
“I went in multiple times within a 3 day span not knowing what I needed and made myself look like a fool. I knew a few things I was interested in since it was a Father’s Day gift for my dad and where I’m from (southern IL - 15 hour drive) we don’t have many pet stores and only one had salt water which they haven’t had for 6 months and a few more to go due to renovations. This place in Daytona Florida helped guide me to what I can get because it’s a surprise so I couldn’t just ask my dad. They were very helpful and explained what each fish/shrimp/cleaner did. I asked if they could survive in our condo overnight because we would be leaving when they were still closed, and they were kind enough to fast the fish in their tanks for a few days so they would feel comfortable still. The owner himself told me he would come in early so we could have the highest chance of them surging and he came in at 7:30am when they open at 11. Packed them up for us and gave us a foam cooler + insulated ice pack so they could be more regulated and explained I need to keep the car a good temperature so they have the best chances of surging this long drive. Great place if I’m ever in Daytona and get my dad more fish it will 100% be from here!”
— Skylor Swanson5.04 days ago“Lots of everything!”
— Ron Vitale4.0a week ago“Great selection! Affordable and friendly.”
— Susan Beard5.0a week ago“Wonderful aquarium shop, we drive more than 30 miles to shop here. 10/10”
— Ted Ford5.0a week ago“We neglected to place an order for our lunch, they jumped right on it and it was totally out fault! Thanks !!”
— Dave Alamos5.02 weeks ago“Honestly a really nice store. The staff is very nice. It was a good store to walk around and they had axolotls which I didn’t see many fish stores carry, especially in the surrounding area. ❤️”
— Hailley Sepsey4.03 weeks ago“I love this place”
— Margarita so tlbepvo h5.0a month ago“Great place. If you want it they have it.”
— Jay R5.0a month ago“I found my favorite fish here. Great staff, we always trust their experience and advise.”
— S Guillaume5.0a month ago“Super nice store with an awesome selection. Nick was incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely friendly, which made the whole visit even better. They have an amazing variety of products — both saltwater and freshwater, tanks and stands,even turtles! — we will definitely be coming back again.”
— Felecia H.5.02 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (386) 255-3474 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Poseidon Aquarium.