About
8-star reputation and a following so loyal that customers regularly drive one to two hours just to shop the selection. Owner Tyler and his team — staff like Isaiah and Keegan — have built a shop where healthy fish, an extraordinary plant section, and a constantly rotating cast of specialty livestock keep regulars coming back every few months to see what's new. The freshwater fish for sale here run deep.
Cichlids, including African cichlids, are a clear strength, alongside celestial pearl danios, sparkling gouramis, clown killifish, oscars, GloFish angelfish, and red plecos. Invertebrate keepers will find mystery snails in an impressive range of color and size, plus neocaridina shrimp and crayfish, and — when available — axolotls, all available right here in Indianapolis. The live plant department is a true standout: large-quantity moss bundles that are genuinely hard to source, plus enough aquarium plants, driftwood, and live pond plants to outfit any setup.
If you've been searching for aquarium plants near me or rare freshwater livestock close to home, this is the room to get lost in. What sets Fish Happens apart is the staff's investment in each customer's success. Tyler knows the inventory by heart and will walk you through tank cycling, stocking compatibility, and care without rushing.
Keegan is praised for patiently matching fish by temperament, activity level, and size, and Isaiah for his plant knowledge. They'll test your water on the spot and give honest, budget-conscious advice — pointing you toward less expensive alternatives when a pricier pick is out of stock. The shop also takes in fish rehomes for store credit and breeds some livestock on-site, reinforcing a quality-first ethos.
For freshwater fishkeepers looking for a fish store in Indianapolis, IN, Fish Happens makes the hobby feel personal again.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Fish Happens in Indianapolis, IN
Fish Happens stocks cichlids, shrimp, axolotls, invertebrates, plecos, angelfish, aquarium plants and freshwater & pond fish for sale in Indianapolis, IN. As a fish store serving Indianapolis, IN, it also offers water testing and aquarium consultations.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Massive freshwater fish selection including cichlids, celestial pearl danios, sparkling gouramis, oscars, and axolotls
- Outstanding live aquatic plant variety with hard-to-find moss bundles
- Free water testing and patient, personalized stocking consultations
- On-site fish breeding and fish rehoming with store credit
- Customers regularly drive 1-2 hours for the selection and expertise
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Fish Happens….best aquarium and fish shop in 50 miles of Indy 👍🏼 good people cool and healthy stock…very knowledgeable and helpful as well”
— Dylan Morgan5.04 hours ago“Genuinely a great experience everytime. Staff are very nice and knowledgeable, great hobby spot”
— Anthony Benedetti5.0a day ago“Love it here!”
— Nikki Siebenburgen5.03 days ago“My kids love going to this store. Staff is very friendly, always attending to the customers and answering all questions that you might have. Definitely recommend checking them out 💯”
— Sunil Mudgil5.0a week ago“One of the best fish stores in Indiana! This is my go-to place for all of my fish, plant, and aquarium needs. The store is beautifully set up, well-maintained, and always has a great selection. My girlfriend and I come here often because the staff is incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and alway makes the experience enjoyable. Highly recommend this place to anyone interested in aquariums!”
— Noah Michael5.0a week ago“This place is great! The staff is friendly and efficient, always helpful, and really know their stuff. They always help us out with our questions and needs and give helpful suggestions. They're definitely a go to! 😍😍😍”
— Neon Neko5.0a week ago“Love this place! The fish are beautiful, tanks are clean, people are knowledgeable and kind!”
— Laci Roland5.0a week ago“Beautiful store full of live plants, vibrant fish, and natural decor. Great place for anyone needing to work on their aquascape. The store has grown and become so beautiful and well stocked in such a short time. I can't wait to see how things continue to blossom here.”
— emma M5.0Edited a week ago“Well we used go reef till guy puts lotion on its skin made my girl cry now we shop here great service love anount plants and fish at location very helpful staff good prices and thier knowledge seems be the same unlike other fish stores where noone knows anything other saying so head over here get treated right.”
— William Cash5.0a week ago“The staff are super knowledgeable and friendly. The prices are amazing. It's a super cool place to go!”
— Thatonedisabledtransguy5.0a week ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (317) 753-3464 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Fish Happens.