I ordered two Red-Tailed Red-Eye Puffers (Carinotetraodon irrubesco) from Monster Aquarium. What…read morearrived were two completely different fish--large, highly aggressive Pao puffers, apparently Pao abei and/or Pao cochinchinensis. These aren't species that could reasonably be confused in terms of size, temperament, or care requirements. This created an immediate problem. Irrubesco are small puffers that I had appropriate housing prepared for. The fish I received were roughly 3-4 inches long and belong to a group notorious for extreme aggression, requiring secure individual housing. I had to improvise emergency setups to keep them separated from each other and from my other fish while figuring out what they actually were. The most disappointing part was the response afterward--or lack of one. I contacted Monster Aquarium about the misidentification and sent photographs of the fish. I never received a response or any attempt to resolve the situation. Fortunately, a knowledgeable local aquarium store was willing to take both puffers, and they are now safely in experienced hands. But I had to solve a problem that never should have been mine in the first place. Fish identification matters, particularly with puffers. Sending someone a potentially extremely aggressive Pao in place of a small Carinotetraodon isn't just getting an order wrong; it can put the fish, the customer's existing livestock, and potentially the aquarist at risk. I understand that mistakes happen in the aquarium trade, especially with species that can be difficult to identify. What makes this a bad experience for me is that after a very consequential mistake, the seller simply did not respond.

Monster Aquarium is a great place for aquarium enthusiasts. They carry a huge variety of fish and…read moreeven have a small selection of amphibians. Honestly, if you're looking for a specific fish, there's a good chance you'll find it here. The prices are reasonable, the store is clean, and all of the tanks are well maintained. I've been a regular customer for a while, and this place never disappoints. The staff is knowledgeable, and it's clear they take good care of their animals. If you're into the fishkeeping hobby, I definitely recommend checking out Monster Aquarium. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced hobbyist, it's worth a visit

Words cannot say how grateful I am to the owner Jerry. I went into the store about two weeks ago…read moreshowing him a picture that my goldfish were hanging out on the bottom of the tank and had this white stuff on them so I assumed it was ick , but Jerry told me that it looks like my pH was too low. So he gave me these rocks or gravel in a bag to put into my filter and told me to do 1/3 of a water change and then put the rocks in and within 30 seconds my fish was swimming around as happy as can be!!!! Thank you so much Jerry

First time, probably the last time, the person working was knowledgeable but the place was a little…read moretoo dirty for me. Boxes everywhere, tripping hazards, lighting was horrible, and as mentioned before, the stairs are an accident waiting to happen. There are other places nearby and in long island much better.

DO NOT PURCHASE FISH HERE!…read more As an aquarium enthusiast, I went there to see if they had any different kinds of fish. Granted they have beautiful coral and saltwater plants, HOWEVER. I walked past tanks that had dead fish and dying fish and the live fish in the tanks were eating the dead fish. It was awful and I think that they should be called out for this. If they want to sell fish for the prices that they're charging, they better have clean tanks and at least have healthy fish. This place was disgusting..

Best reef store in NYC area. Excellent frags and good selection of higher end corals…read more My only complaint is that my tank at home is too small and i can't buy everything. Excellent aquarium.

Our medical office had a fish tank "maintained" by someone from Manhattan. Tank was filthy, water…read moreso cloudy. We found Mario and he sanitized and put new plants and coral in our tank. We got more interesting fish and they are so happy!! For the same price, we found a gem. Mario is pleasant and professional. His passion is fish and their environment and it shows in the finished product. Cannot recommend him highly enough!!!!

From the owner: Many people believe that once a fish tank is up and running, all they have to do is feed their new…read morepets. This is not accurate. Fish tanks need to be cleaned often, water pH and ammonia levels need to be monitored, and gravel should be vacuumed at regular intervals. There is a significant amount of work involved in maintaining a healthy aquarium, and that is what I specialize in. I will install tanks with heaters, filters, air pumps, lights, canopies, and protein skimmers to accommodate all kinds of fish. In addition to fish tank installation and expert fish care, I also install and maintain outdoor koi ponds, decorative outdoor ponds, and fountains and have other pet products available as needed. Discover the difference that experience and knowledge can make when it comes to aquarium and pond maintenance. Call Mario's Fish Care in College Point, NY Long Island, and Queens to enjoy worry-free, maintenance-free aquatic beauty.

I can't recommend Anchor Aquarium enough. It's clear they genuinely care about the animals and not…read morejust getting business. They're super helpful about meeting your aquatic needs within whatever budget you have. Noel does incredible work and takes real pride in it. My tank went from being neglected by the last service to looking fabulous. If you want people who actually know what they're doing and care, go with Anchor. Two thumbs up!

Noel the owner of the company , we spoke on the phone and he offered all the help I will ever need…read more Very friendly and willing to help with any aquarium issuesI may need one day. He is official on my Iphone. Thanks Noel

Thank you Total Aquariums! They got my fish tank set up and before Christmas! My husband loved it…read more Also they take care with giving advice on what fish to get and decoration options. I found the service exceptional and I highly recommend them.

This was my place to go frequently for all my fish and supplies when we lived in the area…read more Extremely knowledgeable and professional staff. They definitely know their fish - from breeds to care to what and how much to get to decorate your tank. Expert advice on what type of fish may suit your needs and will actually go out of their way to explain why. They actually care that you will take good care of these little guys. For a reasonable fee, you can have them come to your home to set your entire tank up. This was the TOPPER that made me give them their well deserved 5 stars. The owner actually babysat my little fish. Yes he did. Three years ago we bought our first house in Levittown and I didn't know what to do with my 20 gallon tank and five little fish who at that point had lived past a year. He said he would actually keep our fish in a separate tank until we set up the tank in our house. When we went back to pick them up a few days later, there they were, swimming around happily. And - NO CHARGE for the babysitting. Well, unfortunately, our tank is now empty but one day we will set it up again and I will be back to Total Aquariums. Oh, if you do go there, check out the live Alligators in the front of the store. Great for the kids!!

not a bad location has a parking lot there were no fish but they have a wide selection of frags &…read morecorals different sizes very nice corals & frags but very high on the pricey end compared to other local shops they do not provide tank maintenance services. if you got $$$$$ then this is the place to go!

Hello. These folks are the real deal. Top quality corals. Top quality customer service. Best…read moreprices. Best guarantee in the hobby. Active ownership. Everything exactly as advertised and pictured. Awesome weekly (most of the time anyway...) auctions. This is a local fish store with an international reach. Super knowledgeable staff. I cannot say enough good things about pieces of the ocean.

Worker/owner chris downs came to my house was very rude and disrespectful when i told them their…read moreprices were outrageous very unprofessional dont use this company seemed like he was on drugs

If you're looking to have an aquarium installed, these are the guys to use! Excellent service and…read moregreat quality product. They did an excellent job on the installation and maintenance of my aquarium. In addition, they're spotless, never know they were in your home cleaning an aquarium.

Recently got a custom-designed, solid wood table built by Chris at Creative Aquarium Nation, and…read morecould not be happier with the result!! It's NOT an aquarium stand actually... It's a work of art, and now the most beautiful piece of furniture in my home! My cichlids were previously in a 20 gal and obviously deserved an upgrade to a 55gal tank. Chris consulted with me to build a custom table that houses the new 55 gal on top, with the 20 gal tank and a storage cabinet on the bottom. He even went so far as to take note of the other furniture in my room, and incorporate similar elements to match it perfectly, all the way down to the stain. My fish are SO happy in their new home that they immediately bred and I now have 8 fry living their best life too! If you have an idea for any woodworking project, but need an artist to complete the vision - Chris will exceed your expectations. Thanks dude!

Read all the reviews here, and Chris is the man! He gave me simple advise how to treat the ich…read moreproblem for my Betta, Peixe. After two days, I see that the white spots are fading on my Beta's head. Thank you, Chris

Staff is very helpful and always has a smile on their faces. They have a great variety of food for…read moreboth cats and dogs. Lots of toys and fresh treats as well. Happy shopping :) Bobos mom

This is a good store. they carry large selection of food and treats. Not much service but if you…read moreask them a question they will give you an answer. don't expect any explanation, expert recommendation or info . the reason for the low rating is they do not accept returns of open dog food if your dog does not like or agree with the food. I thought this was a standard policy that dog food can be returned if it does not agree with your pup i've never had problems to return to petco/petsmart/chewy's and my favorite store Modern Pet. This store DOES NOT accept return/credit for opened food/treats. if you are not 100% sure of your purchase best to buy from another store.