About
Set along the Ohio River in Belpre, Belpre Aquarium & Pet Shop is a family-owned aquarium store that hobbyists happily drive past the big-box chains to reach. Owner Brian has built a loyal following with a genuinely hands-on approach: helping customers plan saltwater tanks from scratch, talking through species compatibility, and offering free water testing and one-on-one consultation when a fish doesn't acclimate the way it should. For a compact shop, the livestock selection runs deep.
Saltwater keepers come specifically for the corals and reef fish, which reviewers praise for both quality and fair pricing, and several credit the store as their only source for stocking a full reef setup. So if you've been searching for corals for sale near me or a saltwater fish store in Belpre, OH, this is the tank room that delivers. On the freshwater side you'll find live aquarium plants, freshwater shrimp including the hard-to-find Blue Velvet Shrimp, livebearers like guppies and N-class Black Bar Endlers, betta fish, and the kind of rare, hard-to-find species that rarely turn up at chain pet stores.
The tanks are kept immaculately clean, and the livestock consistently earns high marks for health. Belpre Aquarium is also a small-animal destination, with reptiles, amphibians, frogs, tarantulas, and ready-to-go terrariums lining the shelves alongside aquarium supplies and premium equipment. When a nearby store wouldn't order terrarium gear for one customer's crested geckos, the staff here handled it with a single phone call.
Knowledgeable team members are known for their enthusiasm, especially around planted tanks, walking newcomers through equipment, plant, and stocking recommendations without rushing. Working directly with local breeders keeps the inventory fresh and varied, and prices stay fair and reasonable. For aquarists across the mid-Ohio Valley hunting for live aquarium plants, freshwater shrimp, guppies, corals, or rare fish for sale near me, Belpre Aquarium & Pet Shop earns repeat visits through clean tanks, healthy stock, and staff who remember your setup.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Belpre Aquarium & Pet Shop in Belpre, OH
Belpre Aquarium & Pet Shop stocks corals, shrimp, livebearers, betta fish, rare and hard-to-find species, aquarium plants and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in Belpre, OH. As an aquarium store serving Belpre, OH, it also offers water testing and aquarium consultations.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Owner Brian provides hands-on guidance for saltwater tank setup and species compatibility
- Strong coral selection praised for quality and competitive pricing
- Carries hard-to-find species including Blue Velvet Shrimp and N-class Black Bar Endlers
- Immaculately maintained tanks with consistently healthy livestock
- Staff offers free water testing and personalized aquarium consultation
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Small shop and a bit cramped but it had a good variety of fish and rodents. Also a nice tortoise”
— Lia4.03 weeks ago“One of The best pet store in the area, great staff and lots of fish”
— anthony lewis5.0Edited 3 weeks ago“Very helpful friendly service. Prices are good and they have a good variety to choose from.”
— Amanda Wilson5.0a month ago“Great selection. They are usually busy but that's ok. It shows they are well liked. Never a long wait though.”
— Angela W5.02 months ago“I always come here to make any aquarium purchases. They strive to answer any questions you might have and offer sound suggestions. I have been to various local businesses who also speak highly of the staff who come to their stores to care for the fish displayed in their aquariums. Can't speak highly enough if this business!”
— Barb Riffle5.02 months ago“Very helpful and knowledgeable”
— Virginia Rinehart5.02 days ago“We love going to Belpre Aquarium. We just started our second saltwater tank and are always grateful for the helpful and knowledgeable staff. Brian has helped us so much in avoiding common mistakes that beginners make and helped us with understanding species compatibility. He’s given us great advice along the way. Great store for fish lovers.”
— Sherry Taylor5.03 weeks ago“Amazing place and knowledgable staff!”
— Becky Adams5.04 weeks ago“Nice people”
— David Leek4.04 weeks ago“I drive an hour and 45 minutes and go past 4 chain store pet stores to go there. Great store, very helpful staff. 👍🏻”
— Chris Ashland5.02 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (740) 423-9509 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Belpre Aquarium & Pet Shop.