About
Tucked into Union, Kentucky, Jason's Plecos & Cichlids LLC is a specialist freshwater fish store built around one man's obsession with rare, healthy aquatic life. S. veteran and longtime aquarist — runs the floor personally, and regulars describe rooms of spotless, well-tended tanks where every fish looks vibrant, vigorous, and unmistakably cared for.
" The name tells you the heart of the collection. Plecos are the headline draw, with hobbyists tracking down hard-to-find species like the L102, Green Phantom, Vermiculated, sailfin, and bristlenose ancistrus that rarely surface at chain pet stores. If you're hunting rare plecos for sale in Union, KY, this is the room to walk.
Alongside them sits a serious cichlid lineup — marble hybrids in every size, parachromis crosses, adult blackbelts, and a large red kamfa among the showpiece fish that draw monster-keepers from across the region. Beyond the namesake fish, Jason stocks the unusual and the oversized: Mbu pufferfish, albino silver arowanas, gulper catfish, and big predatory cats like leiarius pictus and marmoratus. He works on a what-you-see-is-what-you-get basis, so the exact fish in the tank is the fish you take home — a detail that matters enormously with rare, individually patterned species.
And if he doesn't have what you're after, he'll tap his supply chain to track it down. What keeps customers loyal is Jason himself. Reviewers call him knowledgeable, honest, and genuinely helpful, quick to answer questions and steer newcomers and seasoned keepers alike toward the right fish for their setup.
For rare plecos, cichlids, and exotic predators available in Union, KY, this small, owner-run fish store near me has earned a perfect five-star reputation across more than 260 reviews — and a devoted following that treats Jason as their first call.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Jason's Plecos & Cichlids LLC in Union, KY
Jason's Plecos & Cichlids LLC stocks plecos, cichlids, rare and hard-to-find species, pufferfish, arowanas, catfish and freshwater fish for sale in Union, KY. As a fish store serving Union, KY, it also offers aquarium consultations.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Specialist freshwater fish store in Union, KY run personally by Jason, a U.S. veteran and longtime aquarist
- Deep rare-pleco selection — L102, Green Phantom, Vermiculated, sailfin, and bristlenose ancistrus
- Showpiece cichlids including marble hybrids, parachromis crosses, blackbelts, and a large red kamfa
- Exotic and oversized fish on hand: Mbu puffers, albino silver arowanas, gulper catfish, and leiarius catfish
- What-you-see-is-what-you-get tanks and spotless, well-maintained aquariums praised by reviewers
From keepers
Customer reviews
“FROM John Heath. I would like to give a shout out to Jason Plecos and Cichlids, because my wife has been doing business with the owner, Jason, and like her, I have never been disappointed with the exotic fish we have received. Jason is a top-notch expertise on fish, always ready to be a helping hand to answer any questions my wife may have. Just as Jason is a loyal vendor to us, we are a loyal customer to him. The packaging of the fish in box for shipping is always used to make the safest trip for the fish, so they arrive in great condition, as a matter of fact we have never had any DOAs- Jason has always been professional-grade A person. That reliability of Jason’s word is exactly why my wife and are repeat buyers and will continue to do so … If you’re looking for a reliable source for exotic fish, stop searching. This is your one stop shop for all your fishing needs — highly, highly recommended!”
— Christopher-Blake Justice Heath (BabyBOO-GET-it-GIRL)5.02 weeks ago“We got a mature epaulette shark from Jason and the animal arrived healthy. Also, the animal was properly packaged and shipped making this process smooth and successful. I highly recommend this company”
— Craig OConnell5.02 weeks ago“I am a repeat customer, and have been for some time, Jason, the owner, is consistently topping my expectations. This latest shipment, fish arrived in awesome condition — vibrant, energetic, and healthy. No losses, as in no DOA nor issues, just as presented on the site, but the images do not do the fish justice. The packaging is always professional-grade (oxygen-rich, temperature-controlled, double-bagged, with clear instructions), and the communication is top-notch every time. That reliability and care is exactly why I’m a repeat buyer and will continue to be for the long haul If you’re looking for a reliable source for exotic fish, stop searching. This is the one. My repeated business over time proves it — they deliver superior quality shipment after shipment — highly, highly recommended! Thank you, Jason, for serving my exotic fishing needs, a loyal customer!”
— Christopher Blake Heath5.02 weeks ago“Excellent packaging and fast shipping, Great responsive seller, Jason has the best stock around, very high top quality! I was worried about sharp fins during transit. But this was the thickest bag ever for the 10 in leiarius pictus to go along with my bigger leiarius marmoratus! Will be looking for more new fish soon for sure. 5 Stars!”
— DV5.03 weeks ago“Great service! High quality exotic fishes!!”
— scott wong5.03 months ago“Jason’s has an awesome selection of fish and they are all super healthy looking…you can tell he takes great care of his livestock! Jason was great at answering any questions I had and is very knowledgeable about fish keeping in general. Very happy with the L102 Pleco I purchased. I’ll definitely be back!”
— Scarboro3055.0Edited 3 months ago“Beautiful fish and I am very grateful to be able to purchase from Jason's Plecos. He is the only one that offers a layaway option on his site which allows flexibility when paying. To date, I have purchased: 1 large pink marble male (12"+), large pink fen syn hybrid, 10 juvenile 4-6" marble hybrids, 2 large adult marble males, 4 marble x parachromis hybrids, a large red kamfa, adult male blackbelt, several other fen hybrids of various ages, and a young red spotted gutt. Every single fish has arrived in impeccable condition. I check everything for parasites upon arrival and have had no issues with Jason's fish. He has accommodated special requests and prices fairly. One of my top priorities when deciding to repurchase is how a seller packages and ships their fish. He alwags goes above and beyond to make my fish comfortable on their trip. He uses top of the line shipping bags and heat packs and every box has arrived with the water still warm (all purchases have been this fall/winter). This is definitely important to avoid health issues after shipment. I cannot say enough good things and I will continue to buy from him!”
— Natalie Mark-Serrano5.04 months ago“Jason is awesome bought a Huge sailfin pleco from him , fish came healthy and beautiful”
— TP5.04 months ago“Great fish and service!”
— chris moody5.04 months ago“Jason is a nice guy he always answers my questions and I was able too receive the fish in good condition”
— Franklin Reyes Cruz5.02 days ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (859) 379-8140 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Jason's Plecos & Cichlids LLC.