Tropical Treasures

Tropical Treasures in Clinton Township, Michigan has been a fixture of the local aquarium scene for decades — one reviewer's father worked there back in the 1980s, and the store clearly hasn't lost its touch. Walking in, you'll find a broad selection spanning freshwater tropicals, saltwater fish, and a robust pond department anchored by beautiful butterfly koi and a deep inventory of pond supplies. The freshwater selection is where the store really shines.

Reviewers consistently praise the variety of community fish, especially smaller and more unusual species that even veteran fishkeepers with decades of experience say they've never encountered elsewhere. Live plants are available, though some visitors note the selection can be limited depending on when you visit. African Dwarf frogs and Senegal bichirs are among the more distinctive livestock choices customers have taken home — and by all accounts, they've thrived.

That speaks to the health of the animals, which multiple reviewers single out as a strong point. The pond section earns particular enthusiasm. Customers describe it as a treasure trove for water plants and pond essentials, making Tropical Treasures a go-to destination for anyone maintaining an outdoor water feature in the Clinton Township area.

The store also stocks decorative aquarium figures — those "adorable little figures" that reviewers love browsing — along with a full range of aquarium accessories, though a few customers note that prices on accessories can run on the higher side. Staff get near-universal praise for being genuinely helpful and honest about the limits of their knowledge, a refreshing quality in a hobby where bad advice can be costly. They're also accommodating — one customer arrived late and still received attentive service.

The tanks throughout the store are clean and well-maintained, which tells you a lot about how seriously they take husbandry. For anyone in Macomb County looking for healthy tropical fish, quality pond supplies, or just a fun place to browse, Tropical Treasures delivers on its name.