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EXTREME MARINE

4.6 (263 reviews)

Visibility score: 90 out of 100
  • Family owned & operated
  • Est. 2010
  • Freshwater & Saltwater specialists
  • Custom tank setups available

Why Customers Choose EXTREME MARINE

Based on 263 customer reviews

  • Guaranteed healthy fish and plants with visible care standards
  • Expert tank cycling and setup guidance for beginners
  • Rare and hard-to-find freshwater plants and marine species
  • Compassionate assistance with tank transitions and rehoming
  • Store-prepared water and complete starter kits available
  • Personal consultations on tank goals and long-term planning

Location & Local Context

Address: 1495 Palma Dr STE C, Ventura, CA 93003, USA

Phone: (805) 644-3474

Hours: Friday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Tuesday 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Thursday 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM, Wednesday 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Parking: Free parking lot available behind store

Peak times: Saturday afternoons 1pm-4pm and weekday evenings 5-7pm

Nearby neighborhoods: Midtown Ventura, East Ventura, Montalvo

Nearby landmarks: Near Ventura Harbor, 5 minutes from downtown Ventura, Close to Buenaventura Mall

Services & Offerings

Aquarium Setup & Consultation

Complete tank setup services from beginner 10-gallon systems to advanced reef tanks. Includes water preparation and cycling guidance.

  • Custom tank sizing and equipment selection
  • Water cycling and conditioning services
  • Ongoing maintenance consultation

Livestock & Plant Sales

Premium freshwater and saltwater fish, invertebrates, and live plants sourced from trusted suppliers.

  • Health-guaranteed fish and invertebrates
  • Extensive freshwater plant variety
  • Cherry shrimp and specialty species

Tank Transitions & Rehoming

Compassionate assistance with tank breakdowns, equipment sales, and livestock rehoming during life changes.

  • Fish rehoming and adoption services
  • Used equipment evaluation and purchase
  • Estate tank transition assistance

Equipment & Supplies

Complete selection of aquarium equipment, filter media, food, and water treatments from leading brands.

  • Premium filter media and water conditioners
  • Specialized fish foods and plant fertilizers
  • Replacement parts and upgrade components

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5

263 total reviews

Most Frequently Mentioned

  • Knowledgeable staff (78 mentions)
  • Quality livestock (65 mentions)
  • Exceptional service (52 mentions)
  • Plant selection (34 mentions)

Rating increased 0.2 points over last 12 months. 18 new reviews this quarter.

I'm not into marine life, but my dad was. He passed away recently, and he would always talk about this awesome shop that he went to to get his equipment and fish. After he passed, I visited the shop and spoke with the manager, Chris. I expressed that I wasn't interested in picking up the hobby, but would need help getting rid of all the tanks and equipment. Chris went absolutely above and beyond, completely out of his way, to help me save the fish and move the tanks. He helped me through a really rough time. Go check these guys out. I can't speak much about fish, but I can say they are great people. Thank you so much for helping me.

Alex

Scott and his staff are the best people you could trust for knowledge as well as a source for a wide variety of Quality freshwater and marine livestock! This store is a great place to stop in, and it will quickly get you involved in the hobby, or if you already have an aquarium, it will become your new favorite store! I love Extreme Marine!

Jake S

I absolutely love this shop!!! Slightly more expensive but quality is WORTH the price, when it comes to fresh water fish, snails, and plants (I haven’t shopped for salt water stuff, so I can’t speak on that) . The fresh water plants I’ve purchased have always thrived beautifully from here, unlike the Petco & PetSmart plants. Also, they carry a larger variety of fresh water plants and fish. Also, I would like to note that I have never bought sick fish or plants. You can tell the care they put into the living organisms. I bought many pagodas (pic attached to this post) from here, most of them are still thriving (despite it being over 9 months ago). I’m also very appreciative and relieved that they were willing to take some of my ramshorn snail population (they overtook a tank and I did not want to exterminate them). The employees here are always eager to help and answer questions you may have. Great customer service overall. I highly recommend this establishment to any freshwater tank enthusiast.

Larissa Garcia

I love this shop. I would argue that it is the best aquarium store in the area. Not only is the staff incredibly knowledgeable, but it's obvious that they are passionate about aquariums and the animals in their store. After extensive research, I decided to start an aquarium, and wanting to avoid PetSmart and other corporate stores, I chose Extreme Marine to help me get started. Even after studying what I wanted, when I left I felt like I'd had a truly edifying experience. I left the store with a beautiful 29 gallon kit, all the water I'd need provided by the store, and conditioner to get my water cycle started. I later went back for plants and plant food (they have an excellent selection) and this led to a fairly in-depth discussion about my goals for my tank. Needless to say, this is my go-to place for my aquarium needs, and I'd be quite happy just popping in and perusing the aisles as well.

Justin Shaffer

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we provide prepared water and water conditioning services to help get your tank properly cycled and ready for fish.

Absolutely. We offer compassionate rehoming services and can help evaluate and purchase used equipment during tank transitions.

Yes, all our fish and plants come with health guarantees. We take great care in maintaining optimal conditions for all our animals.

Definitely! Our staff loves helping beginners get started with the right setup and ongoing guidance for long-term success.

Yes, we work with trusted suppliers and can special order specific species or varieties to meet your tank's needs.

Business Activity

Status: Open now

Peak hours: Saturday 1-4pm

New arrivals: Weekly livestock shipments

Popular this month: Freshwater plants, Cherry shrimp, Starter kits

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Online Visibility Score: Excellent

How easily local customers can find and choose this business online.

Reviews & Reputation35/35
Online Presence33/33
Business Completeness17/17
Engagement5/15

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