About
Tucked away on Barl Court in Dover, Delaware, Aquatics Super Store — known locally as Super Cichlids & More — is a veteran-owned tropical fish shop that has earned near-universal devotion from its customers. Owner Lisa, an ichthyologist by training, and her husband have built out roughly 100 tanks ranging from 10 to 20 gallons, each immaculately maintained and stocked with an extraordinary variety of freshwater species. The cichlid selection is the headline act — OB Peacocks, African varieties, and more — but the store's reach extends well beyond that.
Columbian red-tailed tetras, Dalmatian mollies, rainbow fish, neon tetras, and a rotating cast of tropical species fill the racks, alongside healthy invertebrates and live plants with robust root systems and vivid color. What sets this shop apart is the quarantine protocol for incoming fish, a detail that serious hobbyists will appreciate. New arrivals are isolated and monitored before hitting the sales floor, which contributes to the consistently healthy livestock that reviewers rave about.
The store also breeds some of its own cichlids in-house, adding another layer of quality control. Staff members like Chris, Sarah, and Tyler aren't just knowledgeable — they're genuinely invested. Tyler has been known to call and text customers after a purchase to check on how their tank is doing.
Chris walks newcomers through plant care and stocking decisions with patience. Sarah guides experienced cichlid keepers toward the right OB Peacocks. Nobody here pushes unnecessary products.
Beyond the brick-and-mortar experience, the store runs an online presence through Amazon and their own website, shipping fish food and supplies with handwritten notes and free samples — a personal touch that has converted distant buyers into loyal customers. The shop stocks natural driftwood, rocks, quality fish foods, and a solid range of aquarium equipment. Prices run slightly above big-box stores, but the health guarantee and expert guidance justify every dollar.
Customers regularly drive one to two hours each way. For freshwater enthusiasts on the Eastern Shore and beyond, this is the real deal.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- CichlidsAfrican CichlidsLive PlantsInvertebratesTetrasLivebearersGoldfishFish FoodAquarium EquipmentDry Goods
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Roughly 100 immaculately maintained freshwater display tanks
- Veteran-owned and operated by an ichthyologist owner
- In-house cichlid breeding program
- Quarantine protocol for all incoming fish before sale
- Robust live plant selection with healthy roots and vibrant color
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Professional, attentive, informative, not sales focused”
— Charles Ware5.010 minutes ago“A beautiful place with a great variety of fish and supplies. And best of all, it’s run by truly wonderful people. The best place, hands down! 🐟✨”
— Matias Garcia5.022 hours ago“Solid store with a great selection and knowledgeable employees.”
— Klynt5.04 days ago“Stoped by there for the first time very impressive staff was very polite asked if we needed help spent time answering questions we had tanks were clean and the place was clean and free of smells we will definitely be repeat customers”
— john m5.06 days ago“I’ve had aquariums all my life, and I’m now 79 years old. Never have I experienced an aquarium store like Super Cichlids, and I’ve seen the National Aquarium in Washington, D.C. In any case, Lisa, the owner, and ichthyologist, has created about 100 10 & 20 gal tanks with exotic fish from A to Z. I drive about 40 minutes to buy at her store. She and her husband provide excellent advice. I’ve learned a lot. Her prices are worth every penny. Go and see 1055 Barl Ct., Dover, DE”
— David Slavin5.0a week ago“Beautiful clean tanks, happy and healthy well taken care of fish! staff was super helpful and answered all of my questions! We brought home our new edition and with the clear instructions from the staff on how to acclimate him ( I am new to fish) he is happily swimming around his new home and exploring everything! Be sure to stop by and say hi to Andy he will definitely bring a smile to your face with his "toothy" smile”
— Kay W5.0a month ago“Great healthy fish ,friendly staff and knowledgeable”
— April Rayner5.0a month ago“Great selection of fish, plants, invertebrates and equipment. All tanks well maintained and all animals seem very healthy. Glad to have found this shop definitely a must go for any hobbyist.”
— Anthony F.5.0a month ago“Bought 2 ciclids from here and they killed all my fish. They gave me fin rot...”
— Gary Sharp1.02 months ago“Great place”
— Michael Pettit5.02 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (302) 608-3846 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Aquatics Super Store - Super Cichlids & More.