What we do

Freshwater*

We specialize in African cichlids and provide a diverse selection of tropical fish from various regions around the world! Our fish store is also dedicated to helping you set up or modify your aquarium and fish tank to create the ideal environment for your aquatic companions.

Clownfish swimming near purple sea anemone.

Saltwater (Marine and Reef)

Come visit our fish store to discover something you didn't know you needed for your aquarium! Whether it's a new coral frag for your fish tank, beneficial bacteria to stabilize your nitrogen cycle, or some adorable new hides for your cichlids and expecting parent tropical fish, we have it all!

Colorful fish swim among green aquatic plants in an aquarium.

Plants and everything else!

With several local commercial clients, we love sharing our passion for aquarium setups, particularly highlighting the joy that keeping tropical fish, such as cichlids, can bring to fish owners as they enjoy watching their beautiful fish tank.

Give us a shout!

Better yet, see us in person!

Our community and connections fuel our passion for keeping tropical fish, whether in freshwater or saltwater aquariums. With over 15 years of experience in the industry and an ever-expanding knowledge about cichlids and other species, you'll feel right at home—just like family—after your first visit to our fish store. We pride ourselves on helping you create the perfect fish tank for your aquatic needs.

Tropical Treasures

2212 E Platte Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80909, USA

+1 (719) 766-1658

Hours -- street and neighborhood parking available

Open today

11:00 am – 07:00 pm

*All freshwater specimens come with a 7-day guarantee. If the specimen does not survive, preserve the body (in the freezer is best) and bring it back in with a water sample. We will test the water and if 1) the water parameters test within acceptable ranges, we will give you store credit for the purchase price, no monetary refunds, or if 2) the water parameters test outside of acceptable parameters, store credit will not be offered, though we will do everything in our power to help your tank become healthy and successful.

THIS POLICY APPLIES ONLY TO FRESHWATER.