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Marine & Freshwater · Melbourne

One store for
every aquarium

Australia's mega aquatic destination - 850+ products, expert servicing and custom builds, from nano tanks to statement reefs.

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1401 products in stock
20+trusted brands
2worlds · marine & freshwater
Collingwood showroom
servicing & custom builds
The full range

One of the largest aquarium ranges in Australia

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Corals 78 products Marine Fish 102 products WYSIWYG Coral 75 products Plants 95 products Air & CO2 57 products Marine Addiditives 52 products Tanks & Cabinets 44 products Filters 19 products Lighting 39 products Advanced Automation 43 products Skimmer 9 products Aquascaping Tools 23 products Food 145 products Test Kits 43 products Temperature Control 18 products Pumps 11 products Marine Salt 9 products Coral Care & Food 12 products
The marine world

Marine livestock & reef

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Health you can trust

Every fish, quarantined. No exceptions.

Livestock is our reputation. Every fish that comes through Apex passes through our dedicated quarantine system and a strict import and biosecurity regime - so what you take home is healthy, settled and ready to thrive.

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Dedicated quarantine facility

Every arrival is isolated and observed in a purpose-built quarantine system, never dropped straight onto the sales floor.

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Strict import screening

We control what comes in. Sources are vetted and stock is screened on arrival under a rigorous import protocol.

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Ongoing biosecurity monitoring

Water, health and behaviour are monitored throughout quarantine, with treatment applied before anything moves to display.

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Settled, eating, ready

Fish only leave quarantine once they are feeding, stable and genuinely ready - so they thrive in your tank, not just survive.

The freshwater world

Planted, tropical & aquascape

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Sale
Seachem Prime - Apex AquaticSeachem Prime
Seachem Prime
From $9.95 $22.50
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Seachem Stability - Apex AquaticSeachem Stability
Seachem Stability
From $8.90 $20.00
Nisso Custom Soil - Apex AquaticNisso Custom Soil
Nisso Custom Soil
From $14.95
Aquael Ultra Heater - Apex AquaticAquael Ultra Heater
Aquael Ultra Heater
From $68.00
Bioscape Filter Pad - Apex AquaticBioscape Filter Pad
Bioscape Filter Pad
From $11.50
Dymax Filter Media Bag - Apex AquaticDymax Filter Media Bag
Dymax Filter Media Bag
From $7.00
More than a shop

Full-service aquarium specialists

Servicing & consults Start with a free consult Scheduled maintenance for freshwater, planted and marine systems across Melbourne. Book a visit, or talk it through over video first. Book a consult → Custom builds Built around your idea Bespoke aquariums from nano tanks to 3m+ statement displays for home, office & commercial. Explore custom builds →
Stocked deep

The brands reefers & aquascapers trust

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The store

Real tanks. Real fish. Real people.

Inside Apex Aquatic
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Frequently asked questions

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Does this store Qt Fish?
Yes all our Marine Fish are QT treated
Does This Store Offer DOA?
Yes we offer a full Arrive Alive Guarantee!
What types of aquariums does this store specialize in?
This store specializes in freshwater, marine, and planted aquariums. The product range includes fish, invertebrates, plants, and equipment suitable for tropical community tanks, reef systems, aquascapes, biotope displays, and specialized setups.
Does this store sell live plants?
Yes, the store carries a wide range of live aquarium plants, including stem plants, rhizome plants, carpeting plants, and specialty varieties. Plants are available for both low-tech and high-tech planted aquariums.
What aquarium livestock is available?
The store stocks a diverse selection of freshwater and marine fish, invertebrates, and plants. Freshwater offerings include tetras, rasboras, gouramis, cichlids, danios, catfish, and many others. Marine livestock includes reef fish, corals (WYSIWYG selections), shrimp, crabs, snails, and other invertebrates.
Does this store carry shrimp?
Yes, the store offers a variety of freshwater shrimp species, including hardy Neocaridina varieties in many colours, and specialized Caridina species. Marine cleaner shrimp and other marine invertebrate shrimp are also available.
Does the store offer reef-safe or peaceful community fish?
Yes, the store carries many reef-safe and community-friendly species. Peaceful fish are explicitly highlighted throughout the catalog, making them suitable for planted tanks and community setups. Reef-safe species are also well represented for marine customers.
Are there beginner-friendly products available?
Yes, the store specializes in products suitable for beginners. Many fish, plants, and invertebrates are marked as beginner-friendly, and descriptions emphasize hardy, adaptable species that are easy to care for in established aquariums.
The showroom

Come see it in the flesh

Rows of marine and freshwater display tanks, live coral, and a team who actually keep reef and planted systems themselves. Pop in - the advice is free and the tanks are worth the trip.

  • 57-61 Alexandra Parade, Collingwood VIC 3066
  • 1300 880 373
  • Open 7 days a week
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