Life Fish Aquatic Pet Store

4.5 (35)

16 E Ferguson Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
(618) 908-7925

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Pet store

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  • Small business

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  • In-store shopping

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Jessica Hancock

2024-03

I absolutely love this fish store! The owners are very knowledgeable and awesome! The fish are healthy and the snails I have gotten several from here. I love being able to go to a fish store that isn't the big box stores where the fish are mistreated and unhealthy and most of the employees don't know the basics. Definitely check them out they have a good selection and are super helpful!!

James David

2023-08

Let me start by saying, I am Glad I found this local fish store. The selection of fish is exclusive, you won't find most of these breeds in the big box stores. Also you can tell the owners take pride in this establishment. Totally worth taking the time to stop in. Very knowledgeable about this hobby. I was impressed with the friendly staff and them taking the time to be personable. Highly recommend this place, will be back indefinitely.

Tamra

2024-01

My husband n I traded one of our big fish for a couple of smaller ones and plants. But now since October I've been dealing with not 1 not 2 but over thousand snails cuz they multiple every 3 days from what I've researched trying to find away to get rid of all of them So unless you like snails I would not go here. My once beautiful 55 gallon tank has been ruined by these gross snails. I can't even enjoy the fish I have left. Yes I said the fish I have left cuz they have been dying. Probably cuz the snails are taking up their oxygen. I'm very upset the owner of the shop should not of put the 2 snails in the bag but he did and if anything else should of told my husband about snails how they multiple and can become a problem. But he did not. So again for 2 months now everyday snails! Snails! And snails! So again unless you like snails I would not go here.

Melissa Marshall

2023-08

Owners are super nice. Great fish store! We traveled 75 miles and worth the drive. Lots of tanks and different things to look at. Set a good hour aside and enjoy.

Rae Bradley

2023-12

We walked into a building that had a very unpleasant odor (not the typical kind of smell you often get at pet stores rither) not one staff member even acknowledged us and the fish were acting scared and jumpy. So the ppl who left nice reviews must be close friends or bots because I'm far from impressed

Dane Grant

2023-05

Far superior than the big chain stores. Stopped in with my daughter, we were looking for shrimp. The owner and staff were super friendly. The owner was able to answer any question I had. Every fish or aquatic critter tank was set up very well and maintained, all the fish looked happy and healthy. Prices are SO MUCH BETTER than your big chain stores. Definitely recommending Life Fish to all my fish keeping friends. Check this place out and support your local businesses.

Angela Mitchell

2023-05

We brought our son today just to see the fish. This place is amazing! We loved seeing all the display tanks and how everything was eye-level for my son. Lots of happy alert fish. The shop dog was a sweetie too. Owner is very knowledgeable and friendly towards kids. Thanks for having us!

Johnna Bratcher

2023-05

This is the place to go for freshwater tropical fish. The owners are amazing and very knowledgeable. They are also super helpful if you are just getting started in fish. This store has an amazing selection of fish guppies to flowerhorns to koi and everything in-between. also a great store to visit and see the amazing indoor koi pond and all his amazing fish.

jerikah lyerla

2023-05

If you’re tired of sick diseased half starving fish from chain stores all running on the same water then make the trip here and support life fish. Very knowledgeable and passionate owners with healthy fish that are actually cared for.I made the trip for Valentine’s Day and it was definitely worth it! it’s quality not quantity! ***** keep up the good work!

Ivy Dyer

2023-05

This place has beautiful fish! I cant find flowerhorns that are amazing quality any where else! He lets you see his breeding pair and all their babies. He also has some mollies and long fin plecos! He was very informative when I didnt know what something was or how to care for it. He also makes his own fish food that is very high quality! He was very nice and it is a comfortable place to hangout in! I will definitely be going back for all my fish needs!

Acros

2023-06

Nice place to learn about different types of fish. The turtles were my favorite part. Spoke with the owners and they are kind and genuine. Prices seem very fair too.

Zak Blase

2023-05

Definitely worth the drive! The owners and staff are amazing, very knowledgeable and passionate about the hobby. They have an excellent selection and if you’re into Flowerhorns this place is for you.

Chris Robison

2023-05

Absolutely the best place 10/10 recommend the owner is very knowledgeable about fish and tanks prices are very reasonable I would rather support a local store like this instead of a corporate store tons of fresh water options

peter morgan

2023-05

I needed advice about a cloudy tank issue I was having at home, the Owner/manager and his wife were super helpful and gave me helpful information even gave me some free stuff to help. Excellent customer service, not something you see much of these days. I would highly recommend this establishment .

Jeff Main

2023-08

I drove over 50 miles one way when I first came in Jesse came right up to me and him and i.hit it off like Best friends what a NICE Guy I highly.recommed him he has a VERY large selection of fish I was like a kid in a Candy store lol I will definitely be back for all my Fish I left there with a Beautiful Parroit Fish and Flower Horns Jess Thanks again you made my day your store is AWSOME.Jeff Main

Nicholas Darr

2023-06

Great store, friendly staff, wide selection of healthy and happy fish, and great prices. Best fish store in Madison County in my opinion.

shawna mize

2023-12

Large selection of Central American I was really impressed. The owner is super friendly

Josh Todisman

2024-01

Since ownership has changed the store is not what it used to be and management is not true to there words...

Sean Bechtold

2023-05

Very friendly guy that made me feel very welcome to be there. Showed me every tank and answered any and all questions. I will be going again.

Colin Underwood

2023-05

One of the most knowledgeable and nice owner I ever met earned our business over and over again in the future

Brandon

2023-05

Beautiful fish! The owner is extremely informative, I will definitely be back!

Brandon Higgenbotham

2023-05

Damn near every fish isn’t for sale. Prices are a joke with limited selection of fish. 👎🏽

Justin Brown

2023-05

Very knowledgeable good prices treats you like family I keep going back

Zachary Wagoner

2023-05

If I ever buy an expensive fish I'm getting it from this guy. TOP-G

Steve Jones

2023-10

Was ok

Jason Yenne

2023-05

Great place, extremely knowledgable and friendly,

Doug Stpeters

2023-05

Awesome store

Peter Loo

2023-05

Incredible place.

Opening Hours

Monday 11 AM-7 PM
Tuesday 11 AM-7 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 11 AM-7 PM
Friday 11 AM-7 PM
Saturday 11 AM-7 PM
Sunday Closed

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