About
Tucked into a small storefront in Plantation, Florida, Arium Fauna & Flora is the kind of local fish store that rewards curiosity. Owned and operated by Kevin Lari alongside Mark and Jeremiah, the shop packs an extraordinary density of life into a compact space — lush freshwater plants, rare tropical fish, and a growing reptile section that keeps expanding. Reviewers consistently call out species you simply won't find at chain stores or even most independent shops in Broward County: killifish, Apistogramma, nano species, and native fish that reflect a genuine collector's passion rather than a wholesale catalog.
The plant selection is a major draw. Healthy, varied, and well-maintained, the aquatic and terrestrial plants fill the store with a green, airy atmosphere that several visitors describe as a refreshing departure from the typical dark, cluttered fish shop. Hardscape materials — driftwood and rock — are also available, and the staff clearly enjoys helping customers plan planted tank layouts and choose compatible livestock based on actual water parameters.
Kevin breeds many of the fish in-store, which shows in the health of the animals. Multiple reviewers note that fish purchased at Arium transitioned immediately and thrived in their home tanks. The store also carries saltwater fish and shrimp at competitive prices, though the freshwater rare species are the real standout.
If they don't have what you're looking for, they'll work to source it. Beyond retail, Arium offers tank maintenance services and genuine one-on-one consultation. Kevin and his team take time with every customer — explaining care requirements, suggesting compatible species, even giving out free fish food samples and aquarium magazines.
The pricing is consistently praised as fair and affordable, especially compared to other South Florida LFS options. For Plantation-area aquarists who value healthy livestock, unusual species, and staff who actually breed and keep fish themselves, Arium Fauna & Flora delivers an experience that feels personal and deeply rooted in the hobby.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- In-store breeding program producing healthy, tank-ready rare species like killifish and Apistogramma
- Outstanding freshwater plant selection with lush, healthy specimens
- Unique nano and hard-to-find tropical fish rarely seen in Broward County shops
- Knowledgeable owner Kevin Lari provides personalized consultation and tank maintenance services
- Competitive pricing with a welcoming, green-filled store atmosphere
From keepers
Customer reviews
“I love this store. Ive been in the aquarium/reptile hobby for a long time. Owner is very knowledgeable friendly and courteous. Very open to all questions and will offer great informantion and suggestions. Store is small but dont let it fool you its packed with great little finds perfect place for micro aquatics. Aslo great selection of aquarium plants all very healthy looking. I took a while looking at all the fish and they all looked incredibly healthy and vibrant. Im eager to see how much more this store grows. Super friendly and offers a great selection on incest feeders for reptiles and food for fish. I highly recommend this store for beginners and experts alike. I dont often leave reviews but this store and owner totally deserves it. Plus its always nice to support small local businesses”
— Carlos Vega5.02 weeks ago“Very Friendly and knowledgeable owner with some unique plants, freshwater and saltwater fish.”
— Daniel Cegielski5.04 weeks ago“Great shop! Good selection of fish and plants.”
— Arwen Morningstar5.0a month ago“Amazing experience! Large selection of plants and the owner/associate was very helpful and knowledgeable! Had some cool rare killifish and really great shrimp prices.”
— Vivi Prieto5.04 months ago“Personal love the store. every animal and plant I brought has done incredible, he has it all from fresh water to saltwater and land animals he has it all.”
— Nf Jay5.05 months ago“I recommend this store, Kevin is knowledgeable and is always eager to help. He has helped me find countless of fishes that aren’t easy to find and services my tank when I am in needed. My tank is thriving . Thank you !”
— HR5.07 months ago“He shouldn’t have saltwater tanks. He doesn’t know how to care for them at all…”
— Lexy May1.07 months ago“Shop wasn't the cleanest the fish tanks needed some help over run by algae and fish don't seem to be in great health the pictures on google are deceiving maybe at one point it looked that way but as of now it seems like the store is in rough shape.”
— Kevin Rodriguez1.010 months ago“Had an amazing experience buying my fish tank and driftwood from here! The owner was so nice and helpful . Will come again 😼”
— christian ponce5.0a year ago“This place is amazing, first LFS I’ve ever been to where the owner was interested in native fish. Good selection of tropical fish that you don’t usually see in stores, and a lot of freshwater plants. They also have saltwater and terrestrial sections. This will definitely be my go-to store from now on”
— Heather Smith5.0a year ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (786) 642-3001 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Arium Fauna & Flora - Aquarium & Reptile Store.