

Two Classic LFS and One Dud
While I was in Minneapolis I visited two LFS and wholesaler, The wholesaler, Bulk Reef Supply doesn’t have a showroom and only does...
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May 31, 20253 min read


Zooxae
On a recent vacation to Chicago I visited probably the best LFS I have ever seen. Bias of course figures in here, so just let me say this...
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May 30, 20252 min read


Inside Reef Settles In
InsideReef has been open since December 2023 and continues to improve. They are located at 1820 Dominion Way, Colorado Springs, CO 80918...
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Apr 15, 20251 min read


Seascape Aquatics Impresses
Seascape Aquatics is located near the corner of N. Union and N. Academy Blvd. - 5038 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918. Their...
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Apr 14, 20252 min read


ReefKoi Corals Flourishes
Reefkoi Corals located at 3945 N Academy Blvd suite e, Colorado Springs, CO 80917 will be the next LFS featured. The hours are 12-6...
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Apr 13, 20251 min read


Valley Pets Excels
Here we begin our Colorado Springs tour featuring all but one of the five stores they have. Tropical Treasures was closed once again when...
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Apr 12, 20252 min read


New LFS in Town
We all love visiting a new LFS and this is precisely what I have done today. And wow, am I impressed. They opened back in January, and...
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Apr 6, 20252 min read


Alpine Koi and Reef Still Here
Alpine Koi and Reef has downsized by a few aquariums, though they still have all the goodies they have had in the past. They are located...
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Apr 2, 20251 min read


Underwater Wonders Amazes
Underwater Wonders has stepped up their Saltwater game even further with the finishing of their retail store. Visit them at 1007 N...
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Mar 31, 20252 min read


Fish Crew Best
Yesterday, I visited Fort Collins and did my usual rounds of LFS. I’m reassured of the future of the LFS. In a medium sized college town...
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Mar 30, 20252 min read


Nature Box Pet Emporium Serves Well
What do you look for in a local fish store (LFS)? Speaking for myself, A personal touch, good customer service, a wide selection, supply...
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Mar 25, 20252 min read


Aqua Culture Shifts
Aqua Culture , 10336 Dransfeldt Rd UNIT 8, Parker, CO 80134, has struggled in the past and today is no different. They once again did...
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Mar 24, 20252 min read


MC Aquatics Rebounds
We all miss Neptune’s Tropical Fish Store, so here is how the market is adjusting. MC Aquatics seems to be getting most of her customers,...
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Mar 23, 20252 min read


LFS State of the State
Recently I visited my favorite LFS’s (Local Fish Stores) and so I thought it would be good to re-emphasize the best General LFS’s in the...
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Feb 23, 20252 min read


Biggs Lagoon Auction
Biggs Lagoon , located at 6050 Firestone Blvd 205, Longmont, CO 80504, remains much the same, a good thing to be sure. The open hours are...
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Feb 3, 20252 min read


Liquid Kingdom 2025
Liquid Kingdom continues to impress me with their place in the saltwater aquaria community. The consistency and dedication to their...
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Jan 18, 20252 min read


Aqua Imports Update 2025
Aqua Imports remains The LFS for rare or hard to find aquaria. They have a great selection of freshwater fish, inverts, and plants which...
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Jan 17, 20252 min read


Pet Palace 2024
Pet Palace has been independently owned and operated since 1993, making it almost 3 decades old. This also makes it a fixture in the...
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Dec 18, 20242 min read


LFS Denver 2024 - A recap
As the year closes it seems the Local Fish Store (LFS) business is closing too. Another LFS has closed permanently and the market place...
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Dec 13, 20243 min read


Aquatic Art Excellence
Aquatic Art is located in Highlands Ranch, CO 80129. It is a bit hard to find the first time, at least it was for me. Go south on 85 off...
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Dec 1, 20242 min read

