Tropical Marine Centre
Tuesday: 07:00 - 14:00
Wednesday: 07:00 - 14:00
Thursday: 07:00 - 14:00
Friday: 07:00 - 12:00
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About Tropical Marine Centre
Tropical Marine Centre (TMC) Supplies retail aquarium shops with the highest quality and widest selection of tank-raised and sustainable caught marine fish, corals and invertebrates.
Tropical Marine Centre Description
Tropical Marine Centre was founded in 1970 by Richard Sankey. His vision was to ensure that the livestock reaching the UK did so ethically, safely and with zero losses, both during collection and transit, with all fish being in the best of health when finally available for sale in a local fish shop. Since day one TMC has had this zero-loss philosophy and instils this in suppliers, shippers and TMC staff. Unfortunately, not all livestock importers are equally conscientious!
Importing livestock is an expensive and risky business. In the 1970s, TMC started researching transportation methods as well as collection and packing techniques, with the key objective of ensuring that the livestock is properly cared for and has the best chance of survival, rather than for any commercial gain. We firmly believe that the animals we are transporting deserve respect and should never have to suffer as result of our desire to keep them in our homes. It is for this reason that TMC livestock is collected by hand and net only and has been since the company began operating.
We also researched the best methods for holding livestock during and after collection, finally perfecting acclimation procedures and then designing recirculation systems which would service the holding tanks. It may be hard to believe, but these things never really existed in the 1970s! Feeding practices came after, as did advances in filtration. We started manufacturing our own UVs in 1983, purely for the purpose of improving water quality at our premises, backing up our zero loss philosophy. We were the first company in the world to make UVs designed for aquariums and this was the first product in a long line of dry goods which we have subsequently brought to the consumer market.
With regards to fish collecting, we only catch what we need and try to work with suppliers based as close to the reefs as possible to minimise the length of transport time.
Our animals are often collected in the morning and, by the afternoon, they will be back in the catching station in properly filtered systems - we provide many of our suppliers with filtration systems and equipment so the animals they are holding are kept in the best conditions whilst in their care, something which is unique to TMC. This is in sharp contrast to many other companies who may work with suppliers that keep fish for days on a boat without any decent filtration or in a substation waiting to be moved to a larger station, then moved somewhere else, and so on, until sold.
This reduced travel time means less stress, faster recovery and therefore healthier, stronger fish able to withstand onwards shipping to the UK. Ultimately these healthier, well cared for fish help the hobbyist to maintain a successful home aquarium!
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Did you know? You can view available products in real time on the Tropical Marine Centre website. If a product is available you can order it from your closest stockist. To view available stock, just go to our website www.tropicalmarinecentre.co.uk choose "livestock" or "dry goods". Select what you would like to see. If it's green it's available now. #tropicalmarinecentre #fishtank #marinefish #saltwateraquarium #reefaquarium #eatsleepreef #marineaquarium #saltwaterfishtank #keepitsalty #reefrevolution #reef #coralreef #aquariumpump #aquarium #fishtank
About Tropical Marine Centre: Did you know? Tropical Marine Centre sources more than 1800 species of fish and inverts, including tank bred species where possible, direct from suppliers in 26 countries worldwide. Because of this short supply chain the Company can offer consistent, high quality livestock.
Find your local TMC stockist and remember to Look for the label. https://www.tropicalmarinecentre.co.uk/ŌĆ ”/find-your-local-tmŌĆ”
Enjoy PantoneŌĆÖs Color of the YearŌĆöLiving CoralŌĆöechoes Ocean ConservancyŌĆÖs hope and optimism for the ocean in 2019 ¤ī║ http://ow.ly/HvXt50kdKDA #livecoral #coralreef #reefers #aquarium #sustainability
The Bandit Angelfish (Apolemichthys arcuatus) is an Incredibly beautiful species. The name stems from the vibrant pearly white and deep black colouration of the horizontal banding. The species is endemic to the Hawaiian archipelago, including a hotspot located around the JohnsonŌĆÖs Atoll and can be found at depths up to 600ft making them a rare sight in the hobby. Bandit Angels can be a more difficult species to keep in an aquarium due to their natural diet, but in captivity, ...readily accept prepared frozen foods such as Gamma Mysis and enriched brine shrimp. If well fed on their preferred diet, they can be considered safe with caution! Although this species is more suitable for the experienced fish keeper, they have great personalities and you will find very few fish that can match this fish in the aquarium. #tropicalfishkeeping #nutrapellets #copperband #butterflyfish #aquarium #fishfood #tropicalfishfood #gammamysis #GammaNutraShots #brineshrimp
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Birchwood Aquatic Centre Have stocked up and have a great selection of tropical fish in store. Visit them on London Road, Swanley, BR8 7QD or give them a call on 01322 664397 to reserve yours today.
Bristol Pet Stop & Tanked Up Bristol have upgraded their lights to the TMC Illuminair 1200 connect ¤Öł¤Öł They now have the freedom of controling them using the app ŌØż’ĖÅŌØż’ĖÅ We are happy the coral is loving the new lighting. #allmymoneygoestocoral #fishtanklight #reefkeeping #aquarium #fishkeepinghobby #tropicalfishtank
These Reef Habitat Aquariums have been making their cameos in our videos for a little while now.... theyŌĆÖre coming VERY soon! Watch this space...... #inspirationalaquarium #aquarium #fishtank #reeftank
Bristol Pet Stop & Tanked Up Bristol Have a new lipstick tang, a beautiful flagfin angel and a wicked jawfish all happily supplied by Tropical Marine Centre in stockŌØż’ĖÅŌØż’ĖÅ If you would like to see their favourite fish of all time - a mandarin dragonet- perhaps you might get a chance to watch him feed on frozen mysis ¤śŹ¤śŹVisit them at Unit 14 Greenway Centre Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY or give them a call on Tel 0117 959 1955 #tropicalmarinecentre #coraladdict #lookoutforthelabel #ilovefishshopping #bristolpetstopandtankedupbristol
Enjoy these amazing underwater photos: A photograph showing the exact moment a pack of grey reef sharks catch and devour a parrotfish sees Briton Richard Barnden named Underwater Photographer of the Year 2019.
Supporting the next generation in raising awareness about the future of our marine life is very close to the heart of Tropical Marine Centre. Bula Buddies is a series of Underwater Adventure books that support childrenŌĆÖs learning about our oceans and its mysteries. Whenever you bring attention to problems that influence our planet and its environment people notice. This awareness eventually becomes a call to action. This book series is linked to the ADE Project which is a reg...istered non-profit organisation, both in Fiji and the USA and a portion of every sale will go directly to ADE. The Aquaculture Development for the Environment (ADE) is one of the largest Coral Reef Restoration projects in the world that has been doing amazing work since 1998 #nextwave #tropicalfishkeeping #fishtank #marinetank #aquarium #fishkeepinghobby #fishkeeping #reefers #marinelifepreservation #marineconservation https://www.kickstarter.com/ŌĆ”/bula-budd ies-a-childrens-bookŌĆ”
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Thank you to Atlantic Aquarium at 390-398 High Road, Town Centre, Ilford, IG1 1TL Tel: 020 8514 2060 For their display of our TMC Reef Photon lights on their coral table. Visit them to see the light effect on the various corals. #allmymoeygoestocoral #coralaquarium #aquarium #fishtank #saltwateraquarium #saltwatertank #tropicalmarinecentre #reeftank #reefaquarium #reeflife #eatsleepreef #reefscape #marineaquarium #saltwaterfishtank #keepitsalty #reefaddict
Maidenhead Aquatics at Carlisle have stocked up with loads of goodies, including a stunning Green Carpet Anemone for their resident "Spotocinctus" clowns. It might look super comfy but unless you're a clownfish, this is a whole stinging bag of nope. Visit them at Houghton Hall Garden Centre, Carlisle, Cumbria CA6 4JB, or give them a call 01228 597777 #allmymoneygoestocoral #eatsleepreef #reefscape #marineaquarium #saltwaterfishtank #keepitsalty #reefaddict #reefrevolution #reeftank #reefaquarium #coralreef #reefgeek #aquariumpump #tropicalmarinecentre #fishtank
Southwestmarines have been hand selecting livestock from Tropical Marine Centre in Bristol. They picked up some amazing corals, lots of incredible Acropora frags, a huge stunning Acanthophyillia that is around 11" across, the frag tank has been re-filled with lots of fluorescent wonders, plus lots of other awesome bits and bobs. So make sure you visit them this week. They are located on the outskirts of north Bristol just a little 5 min drive from cribs causeway. Vine Farm, Northwick Road, Pilning, Bristol, United Kingdom BS35 4HA #tropicalmarinecentre #livecoral #inspirationalaquariums #reeftank #reefaquarium #reeflife #eatsleepreef #reefscape #marineaquarium #saltwaterfishtank #keepitsalty #reefaddict #allmymoneygoestocoral
Congratulations to Watford FC on their win last night against Cardiff City, it was an epic match. It's not often a Premier League match has 6 goals! Well done, Watford FC on your 5 - 1 win. Tropical Marine Centre are proud partners with Watford FC Business Club. #football #soccer #inspirationalaquariums #fishtank #marinetank #aquarium #fishkeepinghobby #fishkeeping #livetropicalfish #reefers
ReefKeeper Windsor Thank you for your visit! If you are in Windsor this weekend, call in to see their selection of tropical fish, at Windsor Garden Centre, Dedworth Rd, SL4 4LH, Windsor or give them a call on 01753 850777 #saltwateraquarium #saltwatertank #tropicalmarinecentre #reeftank #reefaquarium #reeflife #eatsleepreef #reefscape #marineaquarium #saltwaterfishtank #keepitsalty #reefaddict
Do I need a protein skimmer? If you have a marine aquarium you should consider using a protein skimmer. A protein skimmer is primarily used in saltwater aquariums to remove excess waste from the water. It works by mixing air or ozone with tank water which generates thousands of tiny bubbles. When the bubbles are concentrated enough the organic waste in the water is attracted to the surface of the bubbles. The gas bubbles naturally rise in the water column, and so together wi...th the attached waste, the bubbles travel through the skimmer until they reach the waste collection cup. There, all the waste is gathered and prevented from entering the tank again. The collection cup can later be removed and cleaned. In this way, the protein skimmer is skimming organic waste. It is very easy to use and the livestock in the aquarium benefit further as it also oxygenates the water. #saltwateraquarium #inspirationalaquariums #reeflife #tropicalmarinecentre #reeftank #reefaquarium #reeflife #eatsleepreef #reefscape #marineaquarium #saltwaterfishtank #keepitsalty #reefaddict
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Tuesday: 07:00 - 14:00
Wednesday: 07:00 - 14:00
Thursday: 07:00 - 14:00
Friday: 07:00 - 12:00
Saturday: -
Sunday: -
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