The aquarium industry is experiencing a coronavirus pandemic-fueled boom, and lighting sales are strong, with hobbyists seeking higher-intensity lighting systems that feature controllability.
Legislative issues continue to hamper the marine hobby, but a resurgence of interest in freshwater and a shift to maintenance services is helping retailers fill the gap.
Some parts of the planted tank segment are seeing strong growth, especially where retailers offer specialty equipment, knowledge and a variety of livestock.
Aquarium maintenance products and services that keep customers in the hobby and coming back in-store for more are helping to reshape the aquatics retail business model.