About
Tucked along Bothell-Everett Highway in Mill Creek, Washington, Moonlight Aquatics has earned a devoted following for its deeply curated selection of freshwater fish that goes far beyond what you'd find at a big-box pet store. 99, a massive arowana commands attention from its tank, and aquatic plants overflow beyond what's even listed on their website. The store's real draw is its unusual and hard-to-find species.
Reviewers consistently mention discovering fish they've never seen elsewhere in Washington state, and the "buy 10 of the same species, get one free" deal sweetens an already competitive pricing structure. Beyond fish, Moonlight stocks rainbow shrimp, snails, crabs, and a solid range of freshwater and saltwater supplies, including products from Aquarium Co-Op. The tanks are clean and well-organized, and the livestock arrives healthy — a detail that matters even more for their shipping customers.
And yes, Moonlight ships. They've sent fish halfway across the country with careful packaging and strong communication, earning praise from online buyers who received their orders with zero losses. Corydoras, shrimp, snails, and crabs have all made the journey successfully, though the shop also serves plenty of walk-in customers from across the Seattle metro area who consider the drive well worth it.
Chang's willingness to help newcomers set up their first tank — guiding them through failed attempts until they have a thriving ecosystem — speaks to the consultative approach that defines the shop. Staff are generally knowledgeable and engaged, happy to answer questions and let browsers explore without pressure. The space itself is compact but packed, with display tanks lining shelves near the register and livestock filling every available surface.
For freshwater enthusiasts in the Puget Sound region looking for quality livestock, rare species, and genuinely competitive prices, Moonlight Aquatics consistently delivers.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Exceptional selection of rare and unusual freshwater species not found at other local stores
- Fire cherry shrimp at $3.99 with a wide variety of invertebrates including crabs and snails
- Ships fish nationwide with careful packaging and strong communication
- Competitive pricing with buy-10-get-one-free deals on same-species fish
- Extensive live aquatic plant selection beyond what's listed online
From keepers
Customer reviews
“I have never received friendly customer service here. I have been rudely snapped at for simply asking for help. Waited patiently to receive help and others who came in after me got waited on first. I do not recommend the staff or this business. Go someplace else.”
— Cinnamon & Travis Hoekema1.0a week ago“I did not get the name but 5 stars to the girl who helped me with $200 in fish not even 10 minutes after opening. She was the only one working and was incredibly helpful and nice. The store is super cool and the prices are amazing compared to local stores”
— Andrew Cunningham5.0a week ago“This is the place to set up your tank. Aside from beautiful fire cherry shrimp for $3.99 to rare and exotic freshwater fish, there's a vast array of aquatic plants for sale that are not listed on the website. Prices are competitive and there is currently, buy 10 fish of the same species, get one free!”
— Sean Alvarez5.03 weeks ago“Fabulous place.......”
— Just the honest truth.5.0a month ago“Incredible customer service/very kind. Great shipping/they provide great packaging. Also, the communication is on point. I ordered just under 30 fish halfway across the country with zero DOA. FYI if you work a regular day job, some UPS stores will hold your package until you get off work which is generally uncommon with FedEx locations.”
— Rodney Keller5.0a month ago“Awsome aquarium shop”
— Tyler Thompson5.0a month ago“I’ve been coming here for a while and have always had a great experience.”
— KIN5.0a month ago“Great local fish shop! The staff are very knowledgeable and always willing to answer questions. The fish are healthy, tanks are clean, and they have a good selection of freshwater and saltwater supplies.”
— QIANG5.0a month ago“I had to edit my review from 5 stars. This may be a particular difficulty related to only my experience, I am an experienced fishkeeper. I shipped several of one breed of fish twice from the store. The first was delayed by the carrier and the fish passed within 24 hours. The second shipment 6 months later came with ich and all died after a week. I emailed the seller but nothing came of it. I read really wonderful reviews about this place so it may have been a singular experience.”
— Lori Kumar3.0Edited a month ago“All the fish came in great , great service, would 100%recommend for rare and high quality fish”
— diego guzman5.0a month ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (425) 247-8917 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Moonlight Aquatics.