About
MC Aquatics has earned its reputation as one of the Denver metro area's standout aquarium stores, and a walk through the Englewood shop explains why. Rows of immaculate, well-kept tanks run the length of the store, mixing a deep freshwater lineup with a full saltwater and coral section, plus oversized display builds that visitors stop to admire. Regulars describe it as "small but mighty," and the selection keeps them driving in from Denver, Colorado Springs, and beyond.
On the freshwater side you'll find tetras, angelfish, clown plecos, snow white parrots, African cichlids, and rotating shrimp and snail varieties for sale in Englewood, CO — one recent shopper said it took real willpower not to take home the black ghost knives. Bettas here live in proper aquariums rather than cramped cups. The saltwater room draws reef keepers with a broad, frequently restocked coral inventory and marine fish, so whichever direction your tank leans, there's something worth the trip.
Don't miss Lenny, the resident puffer that regulars (and their kids) come back to feed. The staff are the other half of the draw. Owner Jag is on the floor often, and team members like Emmy and Rumi get named again and again for patient, genuinely knowledgeable guidance — walking newcomers through water parameters, stocking, and compatibility without making anyone feel rushed.
The shop also handles hands-on tank maintenance, setups, and full reclamation work, including breaking down or rescuing neglected tanks on a schedule that fits you. A sandbox stocked with spider driftwood and hardscape lets you mock-build an aquascape before you commit, and there's a rewards program with double points on Mondays. It can get busy, and the 48-hour livestock policy means it's smart to test new arrivals early.
But for breadth, healthy stock, quality fish food, and staff who clearly love the hobby, MC Aquatics remains a destination aquarium store for Colorado's fishkeepers.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at MC Aquatics - Englewood in Englewood, CO
MC Aquatics - Englewood stocks corals, shrimp, African cichlids, betta fish, plecos, invertebrates, pufferfish, tetras, aquarium plants and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in Englewood, CO. As an aquarium store serving Englewood, CO, it also carries fish food and offers tank maintenance, aquarium setup, aquarium consultations, tank cleaning and aquascaping.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Large Englewood aquarium store with deep freshwater and saltwater selections plus oversized display tanks
- Freshwater finds include tetras, angelfish, clown plecos, snow white parrots, African cichlids, shrimp, and black ghost knives
- Broad, frequently restocked coral section for reef and marine keepers, plus Lenny the resident puffer
- Owner Jag and staff like Emmy and Rumi known for patient, knowledgeable, no-pressure guidance
- Hands-on tank maintenance, setups, and reclamation, plus a sandbox for mock-building aquascapes with spider driftwood
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Its small but mighty! Great selection of fish and plants. The staff are very knowledgeable and help me with any questions I have:)”
— Dalemel _5.023 hours ago“Always helpful staff.”
— Mark Gaynor5.0a day ago“Great selection and awesome store!”
— Brendan5.04 days ago“Awesome store with a large variety of corals and fish (fresh and marine). The staff was also helpful and experienced.”
— Ryan4.05 days ago“Great place everyone is so sweet and happy to explain things”
— Killian Waite5.0a week ago“Very clean and great customer service. Also, feed Lenny!”
— Taylor Pinsent5.02 weeks ago“great selection on coral, saltwater and freshwater animals ! beautiful atmosphere”
— K B5.02 weeks ago“Cool store. Good selection. Some of the Staff is a bit pretentious and give the impression they are botherd by your questions and make you feel stupid for asking... Multiple visits and have the same opinions. I will avoid a few of them moving forward if I go back.”
— Mike P4.03 weeks ago“Kind and informative customer service. Great quality aquatics.”
— Jake Freeman5.03 weeks ago“Nice store set up. Great store for plants and corals so no matter fresh or salt enthusiast you can find something”
— Matt Mauro4.03 weeks ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (720) 531-4189 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting MC Aquatics - Englewood.