About
Tucked into the heart of Artesia, California, Atlantic Tropical Aquarium is the kind of neighborhood fish store that runs on the knowledge and personality of its owner, Leo. Regulars have been coming to him for years — one customer counts more than 15 — and his patient, honest guidance is what keeps people driving across town to shop here. Reviewers describe him taking the time to explain the biology and care of every fish in the shop, steering buyers toward the right choice rather than the priciest one.
The real draw is the rotating stock of rare and oddball freshwater fish. Shoppers come for hard-to-find cichlids — including Jack Dempseys — flash plecos at prices that undercut the competition, and discus, with bettas, snails, and other invertebrates rounding out the freshwater tanks. If you're hunting rare cichlids, plecos, or discus for sale in Artesia, CA, this is the shop locals point you to.
Recent visitors also rave about a wide variety of tropical fish, fancy goldfish, and koi at prices reviewers call unbelievably good — there's even a 10% discount when you spend $75 or more. Beyond freshwater, Atlantic Tropical stocks saltwater fish and invertebrates — the starfish are a hit with younger visitors — along with pond fish for outdoor setups. Leo helps customers pick the right species for their ponds and has repaired pumps and electrical lighting at reasonable prices.
The shop also carries budget-friendly aquariums, fish food, used filters for DIY hobbyists, and general supplies, plus a small, charming selection of parakeets and lovebirds. Leo's service is what regulars remember most: he'll hold fish while you ready a new tank, take your number to track down species he doesn't currently carry, and even accept rehomed fish from customers dealing with breeding aggression. Cash is preferred, though credit works too.
For anyone in the Artesia, CA area seeking rare freshwater fish and genuinely personal service, this aquarium store is worth knowing about.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Atlantic Tropical Aquarium in Artesia, CA
Atlantic Tropical Aquarium stocks cichlids, rare and hard-to-find species, betta fish, plecos, discus, invertebrates and freshwater, saltwater & pond fish for sale in Artesia, CA. As an aquarium store serving Artesia, CA, it also carries aquarium equipment and offers aquarium consultations, pond services and equipment repair.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Rotating stock of rare and oddball freshwater fish — hard-to-find cichlids (including Jack Dempseys), flash plecos, and discus
- Owner Leo offers deep fish knowledge and honest, patient guidance for every customer
- Saltwater fish and invertebrates like starfish, plus pond fish, fancy goldfish, and koi available
- Budget-friendly aquariums, used filters for DIY, fish food, and general supplies
- Equipment repair and pond pump servicing at reasonable prices; 10% off when you spend $75 or more
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Leo is friendly and helpful. Always had nice discus and other exotic fish and fair prices. Too bad he closing down.”
— Donald Kaya5.0a day ago“Please visit this good fish store! Lots of variety of tropical fish ! Leo has everything in here. Good fancy goldfishes and koi. Prices are also super good compared to other tropical fishes. Unbelievably good prices. 10% if you spend $75 plus more!”
— Jonathan Ma5.03 months ago“Great place!”
— Keri Perez5.06 months ago“Friendly and price is cheap on fish and supply”
— J.A Lucky5.08 months ago“I visited Atlantic Tropical Aquarium recently and had a pleasant experience with the owner. He was extremely nice and helpful, going out of his way to assist me despite not having the specific fish I was looking for in stock. He took down my number and assured me that he would contact me if he ever got them in. While I appreciate the owner's dedication to customer service, the lack of the fish I wanted was a bit disappointing. I would consider returning to this store based on the owner's excellent service.”
— John Pagani5.09 months ago“Great Local GEM”
— Billy A5.011 months ago“This was like the happiest shop owner. I’ve come across in a very long time. He knew his stuff about fish, his store was fun and reasonably clean for an aquarium shop.”
— Schuyler Lifschultz5.0a year ago“Good aquarium and the owner is super friendly”
— soujan wuluvarna5.0a year ago“Beeb going here a long time. Have some rare collection of Cichlids and Oddball fish. Some salt water fish and usable used filters if you're DIY. Bring cash, credit is good too.”
— Vince Trustworthy4.0a year ago“I have been doing business with Leo for more than 15 years, He is such a wonderful guy that helped everything I needed. He answered all my problems about my fish pond and my aquarium Inside my house, he fixed electrical lights and Pump in a reasonable price. I’m so grateful for his service. Without him, I don’t know where to turn to, all I can say is thank God that He keep his aquarium stay open for ever!”
— lily tan5.0a year ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (562) 229-4522 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Atlantic Tropical Aquarium.