About
Tucked into southeastern Idaho's Chubbuck-Pocatello corridor, Aquatic Oasis Reefing has built a devoted following as the region's go-to destination for saltwater reef enthusiasts and exotic animal lovers alike. Owner Ross and his team have cultivated something rare — a store where coral frags rival what you'd find from top online vendors, but at noticeably better prices and with the advantage of seeing livestock in person before buying. The saltwater selection is the crown jewel.
Reviewers who've kept reef tanks for over a decade describe a HUGE variety of coral, from high-end frags to reef tank supplies, all maintained in pristine, well-organized systems. The store stocks Neptune equipment and carries a full line of saltwater livestock and supplies, making it a genuine one-stop shop for reef hobbyists — some of whom drive two hours or more to get here. For those outside driving range, Aquatic Oasis ships coral with meticulous packaging and proactive communication, earning glowing reviews from mail-order customers who received healthy, vibrant specimens.
Freshwater fishkeepers aren't overlooked either. Multiple reviewers highlight a diverse freshwater selection that puts big-box pet stores to shame, with species you won't find at your local Petco. Bettas are stocked, though some customers have noted they'd love to see them in larger enclosures.
Beyond aquatics, the store doubles as a mini zoo of exotic reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates — dart frogs, boas, crested geckos, leopard geckos, jumping spider supplies, and more. Many animals are bred on-site or sourced from local ethical breeders, a detail that matters to conscientious buyers. Ross personally takes time with customers to discuss enclosure setup, animal care, and husbandry specifics, turning first-time owners into confident keepers.
The store is impeccably clean, the animals visibly healthy, and the atmosphere welcoming enough that families bring kids just to look around. For anyone in the Idaho Falls or Pocatello area pursuing the reef hobby or searching for ethically sourced exotic pets, Aquatic Oasis is the clear first stop.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Extensive high-end coral frag selection at competitive prices
- Ships coral nationwide with excellent packaging and communication
- Owner Ross provides in-depth consultations on reef tanks and exotic animal care
- Diverse freshwater fish inventory beyond typical big-box offerings
- On-site breeding of reptiles and amphibians from ethical sources
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Great store!”
— Dana Stiffler5.05 days ago“I love it here! The staff are extremely knowledgeable and attentive without being over bearing! The place is very very clean along with the tanks! The animals are well cared for, even the little guys who aren't typically the average pet stores top priority! I've gotten fish here and all of them have been in beautiful health! Even the super worms for my gecko were well cared for and healthy! I really recommend here if your trying to find an ethical pet store!”
— Sam Beard5.0a month ago“Aquatic oasis is a great place to visit with the kids, even if you're not looking to buy, it's like a mini zoo of some of the most exotic fish, reptiles and other creatures in the world! If you are interested in becoming a pet owner, Ross (the owner) is very knowledgeable about everything in his store. He will take the time to answer all of your questions, and help you out with your animal enclosures, or aquariums.”
— Amun Fangsrud5.0a month ago“Everyone was so nice! The store was well kept and all of the animals seemed super happy! We'll be back for sure! They have everything you need for fish, reptiles, invertebrates, and amphibians!!”
— Alicia Pacalo5.02 months ago“They have good service and they are willing to work with customer on their price adjustment on used item.”
— Sergio Perez5.03 months ago“Ordered two Golden Dart Frogs from them. They arrived healthy and strong! This was only possible because of excellent communication. I will be ordering from them again!”
— Randy Tran5.03 months ago“This place is great everyone who works here is great they produce wonderful crested geckos every thing is taken care of very well overall wonderful store”
— william turner5.04 months ago“Bitchin store due all aquarium and exotic critters. Favorite store in poki”
— hpfr33k5.04 months ago“This was our first time here and we grabbed a couple of really nice frags. Ross was awesome to work with and super nice.”
— Erika5.05 months ago“Very, very helpful!! Awesome store”
— Carol Bottoms5.06 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (208) 219-7291 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Aquatic Oasis Reefing.