About
J & M Aquatics & Pet Center is Grand Junction's sprawling, locally owned fish store and all-around pet shop, where a wide freshwater aquarium floor shares the building with reptiles, feeders, and supplies for nearly every animal. Regulars keep coming back for the fish selection — one longtime customer called it "the best selection I've seen west of the Mississippi" — and the racks run from bettas in aerated, bubble-filtered cups to koi for backyard ponds. " It's also the rare valley shop where you can grab both duckweed and freshwater algae in a single trip, which makes it a practical stop for planted-tank keepers and pond owners alike.
The freshwater department is the heart of the store. You'll find community fish, shrimp, live plants, substrate, and tank décor for sale in Grand Junction, CO, and the tanks tend to stay clean and active — one parent and her son got to watch brand-new baby bristlenose plecos hatching right on the glass. Recent shoppers have also spotted an axolotl and a corn snake among the livestock.
Staff will help you pick compatible fish for a new setup, and several customers mention walking out with receipts printed with care info for the specific fish they bought. If you're adding shrimp, it's worth double-checking your bag before you leave — a tip more than one keeper has learned firsthand. Beyond aquatics, J & M is a fixture in the local reptile and exotics community, stocking crickets, fruit flies, Dubia roaches, feeder rats, and even jumping-spider food.
The reptile and insect enclosures have recently been spruced up. Dog and cat owners lean on the competitively priced food and a frequent-buyer program, there's a veteran's discount, and a well-loved shop cat rounds out the lived-in, local feel. Service can be hit or miss depending on who's at the register, but friendly regulars like Teddy, Ali, and Crystal keep folks coming back to this Grand Junction, CO fish store.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at J & M Aquatics & Pet Center in Grand Junction, CO
J & M Aquatics & Pet Center stocks betta fish, shrimp, koi, plecos, axolotls, aquarium plants and freshwater & pond fish for sale in Grand Junction, CO. As a fish store serving Grand Junction, CO, it also carries fish food, dry goods and aquarium equipment and offers aquarium consultations and fish breeding.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Standout freshwater selection — bettas, shrimp, community fish, and live plants for sale in Grand Junction, CO
- The only valley shop carrying both duckweed and freshwater algae in a single trip
- Koi available for backyard pond owners, with staff-assisted picking
- Healthy, active tanks — shoppers have spotted baby bristlenose plecos breeding on the glass and an in-store axolotl
- Deep reptile-feeder aisle (crickets, fruit flies, Dubia roaches, feeder rats), veteran's discount, and a beloved shop cat
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Lil man loves a staring contest and a good shimmy. Super active and sassy. J & M is the place to go for a betta friend.”
— Emily Hall5.017 hours ago“Very kind, knowledgeable and accommodating staff. Especially love Teddy. 😄🫶 I love this place and would highly recommend them for all your pets needs.”
— Jeanie Yvone5.02 days ago“sells sick snakes and fish. So unethical and u fair, also severely over priced”
— adry vig1.0a week ago“Great selection and very fair prices. Stay alert in the parking lot as it is used by motorists to avoid the intersection.”
— Scot D Arrington5.04 weeks ago“Before we left for our camping trip we bought some Dubia roaches for our bearded dragon fr9m your store. We have had her for almost 5 years and she was very very healthy. After she ate some roaches she got extremely sick and passed away. This was not only my pet but my companion. I am extremely upset and will not be buying anything in regards to bugs from your store ever again.”
— Maliasa Stewart1.0a month ago“Great local shop with a variety of pet selections to choose from”
— Amy Dille5.0a month ago“Always a great experience when I go get Goliath my jumping spider food”
— Adinidiin Owens5.0a month ago“They call themselves the “pet professionals” but they sold me a male genuine pig when i specifically asked for a female and explained the whole situation🤦🏼♀️😂 the male guinea got my female pregnant and when i called to let them know all they told me was to bring the male back… the lady also took me and my bf around into the back back where they keep all their rats for feeding. Extremely unprofessional and stupid”
— Keiara Schuman1.0a month ago“Pleasant. Did not have what i was looking for but huge variety of items”
— Trudy Frayer4.0a month ago“Love this place they are usually super helpful,”
— Kris Orgren5.0Edited 2 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (970) 245-2526 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting J & M Aquatics & Pet Center.