The Fish Geek

02/08/2024

A pretty exciting announcement is coming soon!

10/21/2023

We are incredibly thankful to our local fishkeeping community, and are happy to announce our one-year anniversary! Our grand opening event was held one year ago, on 10/22. To celebrate, all items (including livestock!) are 20% off the regular in-store price. In addition, we will have a selection of deeply clearanced items on sale. One day only, 10/22/23. Not combinable with other discounts and promotions.

10/03/2023

Friends of The Fish Geek, we are proud to announce our owner, Dan, will be taking on the roles of Henry Jekyll & Edward Hyde in Peoria Players production of Jekyll & Hyde opening this weekend! Show dates are Oct 6th-8th and Oct 12th-15th.
Just in time for spooky season. Tickets are available through the link below. Once word-of-mouth spreads, this show will sell out!

The spine-tingling musical, Jekyll & Hyde, opens this Friday! Directed by Alison Meuth and featuring an all-star cast and crew, this is the first time Peoria Players has presented this show!

Performances include October 6-7 and 12-14 at 7:30 pm, and October 8 and 15 at 2:00 pm. For tickets, click here: http://peoriaplayers.showare.com/JEKYLLHYDE or call 309-688-4473.

Thank you to our Jekyll & Hyde underwriters, Essential Wellness Pharmacy and The Fish Geek.

📸 Stacy Ropp

09/30/2023

One week from tonight, Jekyll & Hyde takes the stage here at Peoria Players! When we produce such highly technical, impressive shows like this, we always appreciate a little help from our friends. THANK YOU and a round of applause to our Jekyll & Hyde underwriters, Essential Wellness Pharmacy and The Fish Geek. We appreciate their generous support!

Read more about these local businesses here:

Essential Wellness Pharmacy: https://essentialwellnesspharmacy.com/

The Fish Geek:
https://thefishgeekpeoria.com/

Join us at the show! Jekyll & Hyde performances include October 6-7 and 12-14 at 7:30 pm and October 8 and 15 at 2:00 pm. For tickets, click here: http://peoriaplayers.showare.com/JEKYLLHYDE or call us at 309-688-4473. We are open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

06/06/2023

Meet the Golden Elegance: Pomacea bridgesii, the enigmatic Gold Mystery Snail! 🐌✨ Discover the allure of these stunning creatures, available at The Fish Geek. Add a touch of sophistication to your aquarium with these delightful companions. "

06/04/2023

Mesmerizing Neocaradina Shrimp: Nature's Little Gems! 🦐✨ Dive into the enchanting world of these colorful crustaceans, available at The Fish Geek. Bring their vibrant beauty to your aquarium today! 🌿🏠

03/16/2023

Thank you so much for stopping by and bringing our favorite treats! Like a good neighbor, we can always depend on Jodi Brown - State Farm Agent.

Fish, fish and more FISH! Today’s took us to The Fish Geek! Dan has a fantastic selection of exotic fish to choose from! They are the only local fish store in the area, so stop in today and support local businesses! Jodi Brown
Enjoy those Trefzgar’s goodies!

…….. Stay tuned for or new pet!!!!
Picture coming soon! 🐠

03/16/2023

Fish, fish and more FISH! Today’s took us to The Fish Geek! Dan has a fantastic selection of exotic fish to choose from! They are the only local fish store in the area, so stop in today and support local businesses! Jodi Brown
Enjoy those Trefzgar’s goodies!

…….. Stay tuned for or new pet!!!!
Picture coming soon! 🐠

01/30/2023

Designed for aquariums up to 175 US Gal / 750 L, the All-New FX2 filter packs high-level performance into the series' most space-saving and affordable design to date.

01/28/2023

The FX2 is here! Designed for aquariums up to 175 US Gal, the All-New FX2 filter packs high-level performance into the series’ most space-saving and affordable design to date. As a Fluval Premium Dealer, we are able to offer these before big-box stores and online sellers can! Exclusivity ends on March 1. Get your hands on our limited supply, or place an order now!

12/22/2022

Yes, gift cards are available! It's not too late to find the perfect gift for "The Fish Geek" in your life. A quick reminder on our holiday hours:

Thursday 12/22: 11am-5pm (closing early for the weather)
Friday 12/23: 11am-6pm
Saturday (Christmas Eve): 11am-3pm
CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY.
Happy Holidays!

11/25/2022

Black Friday deals are on, today and tomorrow! Shop at The Fish Geek on Friday 11/26, or Saturday 11/27 for 10% off all items in store - even livestock! We have the perfect gifts for the fish geek in your life. If you aren't sure what to get someone - gift certificates are also available!

10/26/2022

Tropica plants are in! A large selection of tissue cultures and more! Alternantera reineckii 'Mini', Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green', Gratiola viscidula, Marsilea crenata, Marsilea hirsuta, Pogostemon erectus, Staurogyne repens, and Eleocharis parvula.

10/22/2022

Grand Opening Day!
Thanks to A Royal Remembrance we have a special visit with the Mermaid Princess herself, from 12:00pm - 2:00pm!
We are running a 10% off promotion store-wide, on all items including livestock!
We are raffling off a beautiful Fluval EBI Shrimp Kit at the close of business today and will post our winner on Facebook!
Snag this beautiful gold-footed rabbit snail before he's gone!

10/21/2022

Grand Opening 10/22!
Store opens at 11:00am!
We will have a VERY special visit from our mermaid friend from "under the sea" for a meet and greet photo opportunity from 12:00pm-2:00pm.
At closing, we will host a raffle for a Fluval EBI kit!
We hope to see you there!
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10/20/2022

Saturday is our Grand Opening! To celebrate, we are raffling off this Fluval Ebi! It comes complete with Stratum for a planted shrimp tank. Ask in store for details!

10/12/2022

So many plants are in!
Dwarf Sagittaria, Hydrocotyle Tripartita Sp. Japan Potted Plant, Anubias Nana Petite, Anubias Nana, Bucephalandra Red Dagger, Bucephalandra Red Mini, Hygrophila Araguaia, Christmas Moss, and these BEAUTIFUL Red Tiger Lotus.

10/09/2022

Looks like I might need to find Harry a girlfriend...

10/09/2022

FREE Amano larvae today! Send us a PM if you would like to pick some up. If you have an empty saltwater system with some green water/infusoria you could attempt to raise. VERY difficult, must go into saltwater within 12 hours, and transition to fresh once larval stage is complete.

09/30/2022

Something BIG came in today! We are so close to our Grand Opening!

09/26/2022

Christmas Moss, Monte Carlo and Staurogyne Repens. Wabi Kusa.

09/26/2022

What's going on the workshop today... any guesses?

09/24/2022

A reclusive crystal came out to play today.

09/23/2022

Viewing from the top! What species do you spot?

09/21/2022

Power is back! Join us tomorrow, Thursday the 22nd. We are open! Please note - livestock will be limited until our Grand Opening in a few short weeks - however, we have the largest selection of hardscapes in Peoria and great supplies!

09/21/2022

09/17/2022

The Fish Geek will be open, with limited hours prior to our Grand Opening, beginning this Wednesday! These guys can't wait to meet you!

08/21/2022

Sundays are great for mowing the lawn... or in our case, trimming a carpet of Micranthemum Monte Carlo in one of our tanks. How are you enjoying your Sunday?