About us

Originally founded in the early 1980's as "Fish Bowl Pet Shop" in Stamford, CT, we are now "Fancy Fins" at 1013 Hope Street in Stamford.

Our mission is to cater to all who keep aquatic life in their homes. Whether that be a 5 gallon Betta tank, or a 500+ gallon Reef aquarium, we are your source for all classic, unique, and rare species to grace our hobby.

We take pride in how we source and treat our livestock, making sure you get the healthiest pets for the best prices. Importing directly from more than 8 countries allows us unparalleled access to the best species, plus reduces stress on them as it takes less steps to get to your tank. After receiving the livestock, we acclimate and treat them with proper medication to prevent disease.

We are also true to our roots as we carry a limited amount of reptiles and have the best live feeders around.

Taking our brand national, we revamped our website and added online ordering for overnight shipping to bring more people into our family and give hobbyists a place to shop great quality at better prices.