About
" Despite a name that hints at saltwater only, the West Bountiful, UT store stocks a deep lineup of both freshwater and saltwater livestock, and reviewers routinely call it the cleanest fish store along the Front, with display tanks that are professionally maintained and fish that look genuinely healthy and active. The reef side is the marquee draw. Customers praise the diversity and affordability of corals, a rotating cast of unique saltwater fish you won't find at the big-box chains, and standout invertebrates like anemones and cleaner shrimp.
Clownfish are available in West Bountiful, UT for anyone building a first reef tank — one visitor from Tooele drove in planning specifically to come back for them. Owner Rusty often greets shoppers at the door himself, and the team patiently walks newcomers through their first saltwater setups; a customer cycling a 120-gallon tank credited the staff with pointing him in the right direction after switching over from freshwater. Freshwater keepers are just as well served.
You'll find healthy fish and shrimp — one shopper came back specifically for cherry shrimp for sale here — plus live plants, quality hardscape like rock and driftwood, and ethical betta tanks that house bettas properly rather than in cups. Staffers like Cedar get singled out by name for friendly, knowledgeable help, and the shop tests water on the spot: one betta owner battling fin rot had her water checked, was handed some established tank water to seed beneficial bacteria, and was pointed to the right medication. The supply side covers medications, fish food (regulars swear by Benereef for reef tanks), and core equipment, with special orders available for anything specific.
For anyone in northern Utah building a reef or a freshwater community tank, Rusty's Reefs pairs healthy livestock, fair prices, and unhurried, genuine expertise.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Rusty's Reefs in West Bountiful, UT
Rusty's Reefs stocks corals, reef fish, betta fish, anemones, invertebrates, shrimp, clownfish, aquarium plants and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in West Bountiful, UT. As an aquarium store serving West Bountiful, UT, it also carries fish food, aquarium equipment and fish medications and offers aquarium consultations and water testing.
- Livestock & products
- CoralsReefBettasAnemonesInvertebratesShrimpLive PlantsClownfishFish FoodAquarium EquipmentMedications
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Widely regarded as one of the best reef and coral aquarium stores in Utah, worth the drive from across the Wasatch Front
- Stocks both saltwater and freshwater livestock — corals, anemones, clownfish, cherry shrimp, live plants, and ethical betta tanks
- Owner Rusty greets customers personally and staff like Cedar give patient, unhurried guidance to beginners
- On-site water testing — tests samples and points customers to the right medications
- Sells RO water and premixed saltwater by the gallon, plus Benereef reef food, with special orders available
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Would give them six stars if I could. We purchased a used salt water tank on KSL, and luckily it was close to this place. We do not live close, but they have been exceptionally helpful to us! Everything there is high-quality and they are very good at answering questions to help us understand as newcomers to the saltwater aquarium scene. This is a very expensive hobby, but I believe their prices are reasonable. We have compared to other saltwater stores around northern Utah. They have talked to us several times on the phone and in person through very detailed long conversations and we always get the impression that they are not trying to hurry up to get to the next customer. We feel very confident in their knowledge and everything they have said has been true for our tank. One of the best compliments I can give is their knowledge of fish specifically. They have been very smart to know what to pair what not to pair and why. They are kind and we will keep coming back.”
— Matthew Durkovich5.0a week ago“They are friendly and can answer every question that you have about fish.”
— Maegan Evans5.0a week ago“Amazing selection! Fish are healthy and tanks are professionally maintained. Staff is very friendly. Best Aquarium store in Utah.”
— Brett Gebhardt5.02 weeks ago“This place is fantastic! Every staff member seems to know a lot about aquarium upkeep and maintenance. I came in wanting to learn how to set up a salt water tank and had all my questions answered. They have been so helpful with figuring out equipment and supplies and the process of keeping a healthy tank. The selection of livestock is varied and beautiful. Their tanks are well maintained and healthy. They have definitely made a long time customer out of me.”
— Rebecca Burnham5.03 weeks ago“Cleanest fish store along the Wasatch Front. The fish actually look healthy and happy. At least as far as I can tell. The employees are friendly and will help you with any aquarium related subject and NEVER act as if your stupid for asking a newbee question. They carry a lot more than just the standard fish that you find everywhere else. Worth the drive to see these folks.”
— Eratosthenes Anaximander5.0a month ago“my betta was having some issues with fin rot i brought some water in and they tested the water found it was too clean gave me some dirty tank water to get some beneficial bacteria in and pointed me to the medicine to help his fins. didn’t catch his name but super cool guy i would 10000% recommend this over petco or any other big fish store will definitely be back 10/10 experience”
— jewleeanna mills5.0a month ago“I visited Rusty's Reefs yesterday because I'm trying to do a ton of research on the best way I want to build my first community aquarium. As soon as I walked in the place was beautiful and well maintained. I loved the way the store was amazingly organized. My most favorite part was when I walked through the doors the owner came right up to me and greeted me. He was super kind and very professional. Even though I was only there to look around at his gorgeous fish my overall experience was very good. I'll definitely have to come back to buy his cute Cherry Shrimp. 🦐”
— Savannah Farnes5.0a month ago“Knowledge staff willing to take time to answer my questions, lots of fish and corals. Definitely will be back”
— j russell5.02 months ago“I’ve only been a fan for less than a year, but you’ve already hooked me like a clownfish in a sea anemone! Your selection, prices, and knowledge are so fin-tastic that I can’t help but swim back for more. Whether it’s answering my questions or just having a splashy chat, you guys always make my visits a reel treat. Thanks for being the best saltwater reef shop around—you’re truly un-fish-gettable!”
— J5.02 months ago“Love coming here, tons of variety to pick and choose from!”
— jackson ostler5.02 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (801) 992-3554 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Rusty's Reefs.