About
Operating out of Union, Kentucky, Jason's Plecos & Cichlids LLC has built a devoted nationwide following by doing one thing exceptionally well: sourcing rare, healthy freshwater fish and delivering them to your door in pristine condition. This is a specialist operation run by Jason, a veteran and passionate aquarist whose personal knowledge and hands-on care define every transaction. The name says it up front — plecos and cichlids are the backbone of the business.
Customers rave about species like L102 plecos, Green Phantom plecos, Vermiculated plecos, and bristlenose ancistrus, many of which are nearly impossible to find through conventional pet stores. But the inventory goes well beyond the namesake fish. Customers have picked up Mbu pufferfish, fahaka puffers, hairy puffers, red Congo puffers, albino silver arowanas, gulper catfish, and even a 20-inch marbled motor ray.
Jason handles everything from small community fish to monster predatory species, and if he doesn't have something in stock, he'll tap his supply chain to track it down. What sets this operation apart is the shipping. Reviews consistently describe world-class packaging — insulated cartons with clear instructions, fish arriving active and stress-free after overnight FedEx delivery.
Multiple buyers across states like Michigan report fish that were eating and exploring within 30 minutes of acclimation. Jason communicates proactively throughout the process, providing shipping updates and answering questions promptly. The physical setup reflects the same care: visitors describe extremely clean aquariums housing vigorous, well-maintained livestock.
Jason operates a WYSIWYG (what you see is what you get) model, so buyers know exactly which fish they're getting — a detail that matters enormously when purchasing rare species with unique patterns and coloration. For freshwater enthusiasts chasing uncommon plecos, predatory fish, or hard-to-source puffers, Jason's is a serious resource. His combination of rare stock, meticulous packaging, transparent communication, and genuine expertise has earned a perfect five-star rating across 254 reviews — and a loyal customer base that keeps coming back.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Extensive rare pleco inventory including Green Phantom, L102, Vermiculated, and bristlenose ancistrus
- Stocks uncommon predatory and specialty fish like Mbu puffers, fahaka puffers, hairy puffers, arowanas, and gulper catfish
- World-class shipping packaging with overnight FedEx delivery nationwide
- WYSIWYG (what you see is what you get) purchasing model for rare species
- Owner Jason provides hands-on consultation and species recommendations
From keepers
Customer reviews
“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“10/10 recommend Jason’s Plecos & cichlids. Fish are great quality, healthy and packaged great for shipping.”
— Jacob Adams5.03 weeks ago“My 2 bristle nose plecos arrived here in Michigan without any issues. Packaging was world class”
— Rick Martinez5.0a month ago“Working with Jason was a pleasure. He was quick to provide updates on shipping and in responding to a couple of questions I had. The fish I ordered came in healthy and beautiful. They both took to their new home with hardly any stress. Within 30 minutes after adding them to my tank, they were both eating and exploring like they had been in my tank for months. I encourage everyone to give Jason a try, you won’t be disappointed. I look forward to ordering again and again!”
— Jason Rigdon5.0Edited a month ago“A pleasure to deal with and has great unique fish than other suppliers do not carry”
— Joe Neuman5.0a month ago“Always have had positive interactions with Jason. Very honest guy who is very knowledgeable.”
— buckyaker5.0a month ago“Extremely clean aquariums, with perfectly healthy fish in each one. Really happy with the ancistrus we picked up, looking forward to future business.”
— cincycichlids5.0a month ago“Amazing plecoa which are my favorite 🐟🐟”
— Consuelo Sanchez5.02 months ago“One of the best fish stores around!”
— Ron Zembrodt5.02 months ago“Clean tanks and quality fish.”
— Seth5.02 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (859) 605-4502 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Jason's Plecos & Cichlids LLC.