About
Set back along a quiet stretch of rural Dunn, NC, Taylor's Aquarium hides behind a plain storefront that gives no hint of the well-stocked aquarium store waiting inside. Regulars from Raleigh, Fayetteville, and beyond will tell you the drive is worth it — one recent visitor stopped in on the way home to Raleigh and left raving about how well every fish was cared for. The shop runs clean, healthy freshwater and saltwater tanks side by side.
On any given visit you might find saltwater clownfish, Jaguar cichlids and oscars, schooling tetras, colorful bettas, goldfish, and Corydoras catfish, plus axolotls that have become a favorite with newer customers. Live plants and corals fill out the livestock wall, and fresh stock lands weekly — restocks the store posts to its Facebook following. If you're hunting for healthy tetras or clownfish for sale in Dunn, NC, this is the kind of aquarium store near me that hobbyists happily drive out of their way to reach.
Owner David Taylor and his family — including his granddaughter, who helps on the floor — run an unhurried, genuinely helpful operation. Reviewers describe being walked through entire saltwater setups, learning about filtration, bubblers, oxygenation, and live-plant care with no pressure to buy. Staff member Victoria earned a heartfelt thank-you from one visitor for taking in fish that needed a home.
When something isn't on the shelf, Taylor will jot down your number and order it in — a flexibility the big-box chains rarely match. Beyond livestock, you'll find tanks, gravel, decorations, cleaners, and staples like Seachem Prime and Stability, along with a small section of other critters such as bunnies and mice. Prices consistently undercut the chain pet stores, a point reviewers raise again and again.
For aquarium keepers around Dunn, NC, this family-run shop has quietly become the go-to spot for healthy fish and honest, patient advice.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Taylor's Aquarium in Dunn, NC
Taylor's Aquarium stocks corals, cichlids, clownfish, betta fish, axolotls, tetras, goldfish, catfish, aquarium plants and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in Dunn, NC. As an aquarium store serving Dunn, NC, it also carries aquarium equipment and offers aquarium consultations.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Clean freshwater and saltwater tanks with new stock weekly, announced on Facebook
- Livestock ranges from saltwater clownfish and Jaguar cichlids to axolotls, tetras, and bettas
- Family-run by owner David Taylor with patient, no-pressure setup guidance
- Special orders available for fish and gear not on the shelf
- Prices consistently below the big-box chain pet stores
From keepers
Customer reviews
“I went to three different places looking for some valuable information and good healthy fish who wouldn’t infect and kill my tank. I came here on the way home to Raleigh. All the fish were wonderfully cared for and the variety of fish was very awesome! From saltwater clownfish to axolotls! The staff were also super kind and knowledgeable people. They answered every question and my fish are heathy after a long while. I plan to visit again next time I’m visiting this area.”
— Iced Pawz5.0a week ago“Very nice small town store with good employees and great advice for someone that needs help with their fish tank. Decent accessories but they can order things you need that aren't displayed. Prices are competitive. Worth the stop to support your local pet store and small business owners.”
— Michael Meeks5.0a month ago“Slightly disappointed, my husband bought an aquarium for me from here for mother's day and gave it to me early. Rushed to make it here by 4, only to see a sign saying closing at 3... it was 2:40... as soon as we started unloading our son the Open sign turned off. We prefer to support small business... heading to Fayetteville now to avoid petco”
— Maria Johnson3.0a month ago“I was looking for a place to take my fish because they weren't going to make it all the way to Florida and I stopped in one place and they wouldn't take them and I stopped in in at Taylor's aquarium and they took my fish cuz I didn't want them to die.... The first place I went in I almost went in there crying. I don't want to. I don't want to kill God's creatures so they took them and I'm very thankful and thank you Victoria if you get this I remember your name but thank you for taking my fish in when they needed it most. Have a nice day”
— David Sadler4.02 months ago“The owner seems very knowledgeable and carries a variety of fish and aquarium related things. He even has bunnies, mice, and more! He had fish from goldfish to oscars and even an axelotyl.”
— Jessica Rivera5.03 months ago“Nice owner a little off the beaten path but for me was worth the trip when traveling through don't blink while driving you will miss it”
— Leon Lea5.03 months ago“The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable and took the time to answer all my questions on which fish would be best for my tank. I ended up getting 6 tetras and I am very satisfied with my purchase. All the fish seem to be very healthy. I will definitely be shopping at Taylor's Aquarium again!”
— Katlyn Willoughby5.03 months ago“One of my favorite local fish stores! They have unique aquarium fish and other cool animals. Much better experience than a bigger chain animal store”
— Cameron King5.04 months ago“Fantastic staff and very healthy fish!”
— Tiffany Sessoms5.03 weeks ago“Great selection of fish big and small, along with very nice people running the place. Thank you for my Jaguar cichlid!! He’s doing great in the Aquarium!!”
— cameron hoffman5.04 weeks ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (910) 567-5377 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Taylor's Aquarium.