Shipping Rates & Policy

At Blue Collar Coral, we take care when preparing and shipping our corals, saltwater fish, and invertebrates. Our goal is to get your livestock to you safely, quickly, and ready for its new home.

Please review our shipping rates, delivery schedule, and policies before placing your order.

Shipping Rates

We offer Priority Overnight shipping for live livestock throughout the continental United States. Shipping rates are based on your delivery destination and order subtotal.

Tri-State & Northeast — NY, NJ, CT & MA

• Orders under $100: $45 shipping

• Orders $100–$249.99: $30 shipping

• Orders $250 and above: FREE shipping

Nationwide Shipping — Continental U.S.

For eligible destinations outside the Tri-State and Northeast region:

• Orders under $200: $55 shipping

• Orders $200–$374.99: $40 shipping

• Orders $375 and above: FREE shipping

Your applicable shipping charge will be displayed at checkout before you complete your purchase.

Free shipping eligibility is based on the applicable order subtotal and shipping destination. Any exclusions or special shipping requirements will be communicated before purchase.

Shipping Method & Delivery

All livestock orders are shipped via Priority Overnight through UPS or FedEx, depending on availability and the shipping requirements of your order.

We use overnight shipping to help minimize transit time and give your livestock the best possible chance of arriving safely.

Shipping Schedule

Livestock orders ship on the following days:

Monday • Tuesday • Thursday

Saturday delivery is not available.

Orders may require additional processing time before shipment. We may also adjust shipping schedules due to severe weather, carrier disruptions, or other conditions that could affect the safe delivery of live animals.

Tracking & Shipping Notifications

Tracking information will be emailed approximately 1–2 days prior to shipping so you can prepare for your delivery.

Please monitor your email and tracking updates, and make sure someone is available to receive your package on the first delivery attempt.

Delivery Requirements

• Please provide an accurate and complete shipping address when placing your order.

• Someone must be available to receive the package on the first delivery attempt.

• Packages should be brought inside promptly upon delivery.

• Please inspect your livestock immediately upon arrival and follow our DOA & Live Arrival Guarantee Policy if an issue occurs.

We are unable to ship livestock outside the continental United States at this time.

Weather & Shipping Delays

Live livestock shipments can be affected by severe weather, carrier delays, and other circumstances outside our control. We monitor shipping conditions and may postpone a shipment when necessary to help protect the health and safety of your livestock.

Carrier delays can occur even when an order is shipped using Priority Overnight service. Shipping charges are non-refundable once an order has shipped, including when delivery is delayed by the carrier.

Live Arrival Guarantee

We want your livestock to arrive alive and in healthy condition. All live livestock orders are subject to our DOA (Dead on Arrival) & Live Arrival Guarantee Policy.

Please review that policy before placing an order so you understand the reporting requirements, documentation, and available resolution if a problem occurs.

Questions About Shipping?

Need help with shipping rates, your order, or an upcoming delivery? We’re happy to help.

Blue Collar Coral

Email: Sales@BlueCollarCoral.com
Phone: 732-803-1691
Location: Waretown, NJ

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