About DA

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Everytime you visit Discovery Aquatics we want you to learn something new. As your knowledge increases, so will your success. Rest assured, you will receive quality advice. We have years of experience and continuously research the latest in aquarium technology.

We do our part to help sustain the coral reefs. We order livestock that has a high survival rate in captivity. We also purchase a number of Aquacultured Corals and MAC Certified, Aquacultured and Tank-Raised Fish to reduce our environmental footprint. We do not purchase any livestock collected with cyanide.

Finally, we strive to exceed your expectations. Discovery Aquatics aims to provide superior customer service, quality products and truthful answers to your questions.

OUR APPROACH

We believe that what works for one person doesn’t always work for everyone, but there are some general guidelines that can increase your chances of success.

• We prefer heavy protein skimming and shy away from bioballs and undergravel filters.
• We think superior water quality begins with a Reverse Osmosis unit.
• We believe high water flow can reduce detritus and promote coral growth.
• We know food and nutrition plays a major role in fish and coral health.

ABOUT OUR STORE

Discovery Aquatics is different than other saltwater fish specialty stores. We are certainly not the biggest, but we are the best at serving our customers. If you are starting your first saltwater aquarium and you want to do it right, Discovery Aquatics can help. You are probably full of questions and we are full of answers. Our experts can help you select quality equipment and livestock that is suitable for your system, and unlike many stores, we can provide a scientific explanation or reasoning to reinforce our recommendations.

The advanced hobbyist will appreciate our premium selection of corals and our staff’s ability to discuss nearly every saltwater aquarium topic. We are one of the few stores able to maintain clams and acropora colonies.

OUR AQUARIUMS

Coral System – All Corals are treated before entering our system to prevent pests.

• 48×48″ Custom Aquarium.

• 8x54w Sunlight Supply Tek Light.
• ATI T5 Bulbs.
• Octopus PRO-250 Protein Skimmer.
• AquaController III Controller.
• Maxi-Jet 1200 Water Pump + Sureflow Upgrade Kit (2200gph).
• Ocean Runner 2500 Return Pump.

Fish System

• 2x 96×18″ Custom Aquariums

• T5 High Output Gieseman AquaBlue+ Bulbs.
• Octopus DDNW-200 Protein Skimmer.
• Coast to Coast Overflow System.
• 2″ Plumbing Kits with Cepex True Union Ball Valves.
• Ocean Runner 6500 Pumps.

A FISHY STORY

As far back as he can remember, Jake Hagberg has always had an aquarium. Like many hobbyists, he began with a simple freshwater tank filled with tetras. At age ten, he was inspired by a family friend to start his first saltwater aquarium.

At age sixteen, he earned a job at Petsmart, where he learned the importance and value of exceptional customer service. As a result, customers often asked him to set up and maintain their aquariums. In response to the growing demand, Jake started an aquarium setup and maintenance company, known today as Discovery Aquatics.

As business continued to grow, the decision to open a storefront was made. Jake wanted the store to be different. A place where reef enthusiasts found premium corals and beginner hobbyists received honest advice.

Jake has also completed his education at the University of St. Thomas, where he holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Entrepreneurship. Jake was also a featured guest on the Talking Reef Podcast. You can listen to him speak about operating RazerCorals, an online coral business by downloading the Podcast (.mp3, 24.0 MB).

TESTIMONIALS

“I’ve been reading your articles on Craigslist and the Calcium series really helped explain what the other fish stores couldn’t.” – Jim R., Andover, MN.

“My husband and I are starting our first saltwater aquarium. Needless to say, we were clueless. Thank you for taking the time to explain how everything works!” – Sharon N., Champlin, MN.