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First Due Aquatic Rescue - News & Updates

Albany, NY’s Premier Coral Vendor

Saltwater & Freshwater Aquarium Services, Installations, Equipment, Education & Consultation.

Your Reef Adventure Starts Here

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 sustainably grown.
Every order goes through a detailed QT process before being advertised.
Packed with care, by people who love this hobby — and who have the scientific background 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 leading real-world efforts in:

  • Reef restoration & propagation
  • Biomedical research & drug discovery
  • Hands-on education for future marine scientists

Every coral or piece of gear you purchase supports this mission.
5–10%+ of all sales go directly to CapitalCorals to support reef restoration, education, and research.

Customer Service That Cares

You’re not just a customer — you’re part of our mission. We guarantee every delivery, stand by every coral, and service every tank as if it were our own.

Local Service, National Impact

Connecting and stocking reefers both locally and nationwide — Corals shipped to most US states overnight!
Local pickup and delivery available for equipment and dry goods.

First Due Aquatic Rescue Water Quality Report

First Due Aquatic Rescue is currently importing data into software

Temperature
Salinity
pH
Alkalinity
Calcium
Magnesium

Albany, NY’s Premier Coral Vendor

Reef Services • Freshwater Solutions • Aquatic Excellence