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Why choose us?

Over 30 years of experience.

  • Google Review

    This shop is unlike anything I’ve ever seen before in the chicagoland area!!There
    is a huge variety of fish you can find here that most other places will
    not have. Additionally, the staff are super knowledgeable and truly
    care about their fish. I felt very comfortable talking to every
    employee, and almost felt right at home.Their fish are fully
    quarantined before sale. I’ve never seen other shops do that and I think
    it’s really admirable. They also have a huge selection of plants, all
    of which are super healthy!Not to mention the display tanks they
    have in various parts of the rooms have absolutely stunning
    aquascaping. Just breathtaking.While most of their orders are
    fulfilled online, I think it’s absolutely worth it to come in store and
    check out their tanks in person. 10/10 shop right here!


    Darian B
    Local Guide
  • Google Review

    My experience with Nu aqua was amazing. Not only did the fish get to my
    door WITHIN A DAY, they had packaged the inside extra safe. I was scared
    because the UPS driver had carelessly dropped the package on the corner
    and left the box sideways, blantantly ignoring the "LIVE FISH THIS SIDE
    UP" (not NU Aquas fault) but Nu Aqua had that covered. Not only did
    they have the cardboard box (saying live fish THIS SIDE UP) but they had
    an insulated styrofoam container inside that box with packing material
    inside and 2 heater packs since it was very cold out. The fish were
    active and had no issues. One of the fish I ordered ended up being out
    of stock, but they picked up the phone on the first ring and refunded me
    right away. Best company I bought fish from and I plan on buying more


    Logan Chambers
  • Google Review

    They are officially another sponsor of my tank! I met
    the guys from Nu Aqua at Aquashella Chicago and noticed they stood out
    from the beginning—quality, beautiful fish! They’re knowledgeable, kind
    people with a real passion for this wonderful hobby. I came home with a
    Koi Swordtail that’s still healthy and happy to this day—a true
    testament to the quality and resilience of their animals.I
    finally visited their store recently and was blown away by their
    professionalism and attention to detail: clean tanks and lots of healthy
    fish to choose from! I truly appreciate how warmly they welcomed and
    helped me—it was worth every penny of the Uber ride to get there!It
    makes me happy to know that if my fish have babies, they can find a
    good temporary place to live and hopefully future permanent homes. Thank
    you for taking them in. I’ll definitely be back in the future for more
    aquatic companions or additions to my tank.


    Isis Proenza
    Local Guide
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