Albany, NY’s Premier Coral Vendor & Reef Services Partner
We’re not just another coral vendor looking to make a profit off of our overgrown corals. We’re a reef-first, community-driven provider focused on responsibly sourced coral, transparent service, and ethical reefing — built by hobbyists, for hobbyists.
This Is Where Your Reef Begins
Tired of overpriced coral, questionable sourcing, or DOA deliveries?
We were too! so we started First Due Aquatic Rescue to do it differently.
We provide hand-selected, aquacultured corals that are healthy, and grown with sustainability in mind. Every order is put into a detailed QT process before being advertised to hobbyist.
Packed with care, and backed by people who love not only this hobby as much as you do but have the scientific credentials to propagate ethically and responsibly.
Our Mission Is Bigger Than Coral
We proudly partner with CapitalCorals INC, an Albany-based marine biology lab and aquaculture facility that’s doing real work in:
- Reef restoration & propagation
- Biomedical research & drug discovery
- Hands-on education for future marine scientists
Every coral or piece of gear you purchase through us directly supports this mission. You're not just building your reef — you're helping rebuild the planet’s reefs too.
Corals With a Cause
✅ Aquacultured, responsibly sourced
✅ Live Arrival Guarantee – or we make it right!
✅ Free frag with your first order (just cover shipping)
✅ Fast, safe shipping nationwide
✅ Local service with national impact
Reef Equipment -- No Markups. Just Trust.
We’re not a brick-and-mortar store — and that’s intentional.
Instead of stocking overpriced gear, we custom-source most major reefing equipment for you at our vendor pricing. From test kits and dosers to lighting and tank upgrades, we’ve got access to the brands you trust — with no markup, ever. We will advertise at the lowest price possible!
Every purchase helps us grow into a full-service local provider while giving back to the ocean.
2% of all equipment sales go directly to CapitalCorals to support reef restoration, education, research.
