07/07/2024
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07/03/2024
Have you seen our beautiful orange dream piebald ball python we have in stock right now? He's a super sweet guy and extremely gorgeous.
06/30/2024
A reminder that we will be closed tomorrow, July 1st, for Canada Day. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and fun holiday! We will see you again on Tuesday for our regular hours.
06/23/2024
Need a pop of color for your nano community aquarium? Try our gorgeous little decorative shrimp! These little shrimp add so much character to any aquarium, plus they don't add much bioload to your tank. Come see all the colors we have in store today. Or check out our full list on our website at https://aquariumswest.com/blogs/whats-new/new-freshwater-fish
06/21/2024
Our crested gecko is trying to recreate Jurassic Park. Do you think they nailed it?
06/16/2024
Check out these silly African Clawed Frogs we just got in! These frogs are a fully aquatic species that get quite large! We currently have some adults as well as their babies for sale right now.
06/14/2024
New bettas are here and are beautiful as ever! Come check out our selection and take home a new betta today.
06/12/2024
Two new beautiful species of dart frogs hopped their way into our store!
"Rio Pachitea Yellow" Ranitomeya sirensis
"Yellowback" Dendrobates tinctorius
Come see them and all our other cool critters. Or check them out on our website before stopping by to learn more about their care!
https://aquariumswest.com/collections/live-reptiles
06/09/2024
New Thailand plants have just arrived! We are fully stocked up on fish and plants right now. It's the perfect time to start your aquarium journey!
06/05/2024
The cutest animal by far to watch eat is our Red foot tortoises! Their little monches are the best. Find them and all our other amazing creatures on our website at https://aquariumswest.com/collections/live-reptiles
05/31/2024
We're selling some of our display terrariums! It's not often that we sell our display tanks. We currently have three available for purchase in store. Pictured is our fluval edge terrarium and our 15 gallon BiOrb. Come by and take a slice of nature home today.
05/26/2024
This little lady has so much personality! Come see her and some new critters that just arrived. Or go to our website to see a full list of everything we have, including:
•Reptiles
•Amphibians
•Invertebrates
https://aquariumswest.com/collections/live-reptiles
05/22/2024
Did you know mushrooms in your terrariums are actually a sign of a healthy bioactive ecosystem! They're completely harmless to your reptiles and amphibians and help with water transportation. So if you see some little fungi growing in your tanks, don't worry, it's a good thing!
05/19/2024
What a handsome lad this lionfish is! Come see him and all our other amazing saltwater fish we have in store right now.
Or visit our website to see a full list of everything we have available before swinging by! https://aquariumswest.com/blogs/whats-new/new-saltwater-fish
05/17/2024
Looking at your tank from a different perspective can give you a unique view of your fish. Rimless shallow tanks are great for viewing fish from above!
Pictured are some of our gold tetras, but other popular fish that are best viewed from above are guppies and rice fish. We've got both in store now, as well as so many other amazing fish.
See our entire list of fish here https://aquariumswest.com/blogs/whats-new/new-freshwater-fish
05/12/2024
Some adorable little pods just rolled their way into our store!
- Cubaris 'papayas'
- Laevis 'Orange'
- Laevis 'Milkback'
- Laevis 'Mixed'
Springtails have also been restocked!
Do you have any isopods you'd like us to bring in? Let us know!
Check out a full list of all our isopods here https://aquariumswest.com/collections/springtails
05/01/2024
Introducing Exoterras Terrasky UVB lighting system! Integrated LED, UVA, and UVB that lasts 4+ years. Adjust the levels to match the needs of any of your reptiles. Set seasonal cycles with the remote control. Come see it in action on our giant anoles terrarium today and ask a staff member more about our newest lighting system.
04/28/2024
Take a little slice of the tropics into your home by building a beautiful terrarium! Terrariums are a great way to grow tropical plants, as they can help keep the environment humid, which tropical plants love. Ask a staff member about setting up your own tiny rainforest!
04/26/2024
Looking to start your first aquarium but don't know where to start? Considering whether to do fake or live plants? Have questions about the best fish for your dream tank? We can help with all those questions and many more! Come see us anytime from 11-6 daily and talk to one of our knowledgeable staff member.
04/24/2024
Our tortoises having a nice midday snack. Come see them and all our other amazing creatures in store, or check out our website to see what we have in stock before coming down!
https://aquariumswest.com/collections/live-reptiles
04/21/2024
Have you seen how beautiful our 90P is looking after it's re-scape?! A picture can't do this tank justice. Come down and see us and experience just how breathtaking this aquarium is. And if you've got questions about how we set it up, we'd be happy to tell you!
04/20/2024
Can you believe this is how small bearded dragons are at the beginning! Crazy to think they get over a foot when they're adults! We've got a brand new batch of baby beardies and a whole lot more! Come and see us this weekend and check out all our adorable new critters.
04/17/2024
Check out our little Potato demolish a worm like it's a string of spaghetti!
04/12/2024
ATTENTION:
BC Hydro has rescheduled the planned power outage for April 14th this coming Sunday.
We will be CLOSED for the day. We are again so sorry for the inconvenience as we know many of our customers come see us on the weekends. We encourage you to come Saturday if you are in need of anything! No other days will be affected.
And of course, have no fear; our staff will still be in to ensure all our animals have the best possible care!
04/11/2024
Have you seen the Thai Micro Crabs we have in store right now? These absolutely adorable crustaceans make excellent companions for shrimp tanks! While slightly more elusive, they are an absolute joy to see in your aquarium when they decide to grace you with their presence.
04/07/2024
It's the eyeball lick for us!
04/05/2024
Aquascaping doesn't have to be elaborate to be beautiful! There are so many options for low tech aquascapes that don't require full spectrum lights and CO2. Do you have a fish tank you've been thinking of adding live plants to, but are too overwhelmed with the information out there? Come see us! We love helping people find the right plants that will work in any environment.
03/31/2024
Happy Easter from all of us at Aquariums West! While we don't have any Easter bunnies, we do have some Giant Green Anoles who are just as jazzed about the holiday. A reminder that we are open our regular hours today March 31, and tomorrow Monday April 1!
03/28/2024
Just a reminder we will be open for shortened hours tomorrow for Good Friday.
Our hours will be 12-5
The weeekend and Monday we will be back to our regular hours.
Happy Easter!
03/27/2024
Check out these stunning blood red swordtails and Santa clause lyretail platys! These guys have been chilling out for some time, and can't wait to jump into your aquarium! We've got plenty of new and exciting fish in store, plus more on the way. Check out our website for a full list of all our fish, or come down and see them for yourself!
https://aquariumswest.com/blogs/whats-new/new-freshwater-fish
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Our little baby beardie couldn't even wait for me to put their salad into the enclosure before they started chowing down! #beardeddragon #reptile #reptileroom #reptilekeeper #herpetology #petstore #vancouver #aquarium #terrarium
There's nothing more peaceful than sitting in front of your aquarium and appreciating the beauty of it. Come build your own aquarium escape with us today! .. .. .. .. #aquarium #aquascape #plantedtank #tetra #fish #fishtank #ada #hemianthusmicranthemoides #iwagumistyle #carpetingplant #fishroom #peaceful #peacefulaquarium #betta #blackwateraquarium #tropicalaquarium #beautifultank #tank #plantedaquarium #naturalaquariums #reptiles #terrarium #vancouver #vancouverpetstore
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One of our Cobalt Dart Frogs demolishing some fruit flies! .. .. .. .. #reptiles #reptilekeeper #reptileroom #lizard #frog #dartfrogs #amphibian #terrarium #naturalterrarium #vivariums #gecko #plantedterrarium #naturetank #tropicalplants #exotics #snake #exoterraterrium #beautifulvivarium #paludarium #frog #herpetology #reptilephotography #fish #fishstore #betta #aquariums #aquascape #plantedaquarium #vancouverpetstore #vancouver
Our corydoras go nuts for the Hikari Sinking Wafers! Have you tried this food yet? It's great for all bottom feeders. #fish #fishkeeping #fishfood #aquarium #aquascape #aquariumstore #fishtank #fishroom
Introducing Exoterras Terrasky UVB lighting system! Integrated LED, UVA, and UVB that lasts 4+ years. Adjust the levels to match the needs of any of your reptiles. Set seasonal cycles with the remote control. Come see it in action on our giant anoles terrarium today and ask a staff member more about our newest lighting system.
Check out our little Potato demolish a worm like it's a string of spaghetti!
It's the eyeball lick for us!
Check out these stunning blood red swordtails and Santa clause lyretail platys! These guys have been chilling out for some time, and can't wait to jump into your aquarium! We've got plenty of new and exciting fish in store, plus more on the way. Check out our website for a full list of all our fish, or come down and see them for yourself! https://aquariumswest.com/blogs/whats-new/new-freshwater-fish
Some absolutely gorgeous new shrimp just arrived in store from Taiwan! We recieved: • Golden Dragon Shrimp • Black Galaxy Shrimp • Blue Bolt Shrimp • Shadow BKK Shrimp • And so many more! Check out our full selection on our website at https://aquariumswest.com/blogs/whats-new/new-freshwater-fish
Tortoises remind us to appreciate the little things, like taking a big ol' chomp out of a juicy strawberry.
We've got a wide selection of gorgeous fancy goldfish in store right now! Check out our full selection on our website or come see them in store. https://aquariumswest.com/blogs/whats-new/new-freshwater-fish
Tropica plants arrive every Tuesday. We are fully stocked for the week, which is the best time to stop by and grab some beautiful plants for your aquariums!
While we don't have the biggest salt selection, we still like to bring some cool things in! Like these cool squirrel fish and our Red tooth Niger trigger. Having trouble finding the right saltwater fish or corals? Let us know, and we can keep an eye on our lists for you.
I spy with my little eye.... a little orange throat sun sink! Of course, as soon as he spied ME, he bolted.
