Trinh Fish & Corals

Tucked away in Bowling Green, Kentucky, Trinh Fish & Corals has built a loyal following that stretches well beyond the Bluegrass State. Run by Leon and Mrs. Huong, this family-operated saltwater shop has earned a reputation as a go-to online source for healthy marine fish, corals, and invertebrates — with customers ordering regularly from as far as California.

The livestock selection leans heavily into saltwater species, and the variety is impressive. Reviewers mention purchasing everything from XL Blue Tangs and white tail kole tangs to maculiceps tangs, lyretail anthias, tank-raised diamond gobies, tank-raised powder blue tangs, pink 3-spot wrasses, and even gray bamboo sharks. Clownfish and hermit crabs round out the offerings for newer hobbyists setting up their first reef tanks.

Corals and invertebrates are regularly stocked alongside the fish, and if something isn't on hand, the Trinhs will track it down for you. What sets this store apart is its shipping operation. Multiple reviewers rave about the packaging — quadruple-bagged fish inside blackout bags with carefully matched salinity levels.

One customer compared the experience favorably to ordering from Biota, noting that Trinh's packaging and pricing were actually superior. The team coordinates shipping schedules with UPS delivery windows to minimize transit stress, and communication throughout the process is consistently praised. In person, the shop offers a warm, personal experience.

Leon is known for his patience — even getting kids involved in picking out fish — and the staff freely shares advice on acclimation, quarantine protocols, and tank compatibility. They've helped newcomers set up their first saltwater systems and guided seasoned aquarists toward specific species. Pricing is a recurring highlight.

Customers describe the costs as fair and competitive, especially given the quality of the livestock. The store also donates prizes to aquarium community shows, including Tank Talk with Tian, cementing its presence in the broader marine hobby community. For saltwater enthusiasts across the country, Trinh Fish & Corals delivers — literally and figuratively.