Our Services

Capital Exotic Fish is a destination — a place to learn, explore, and relax.

Find Your Friends

We’ll help you find the perfect species for you. We know what species are compatible with your lifestyle. If you don’t know where to start, we can lead you on your fish journey.

We’re ready to consult and show you our unique breeds — cichlids, betta fish, tetras, mollies, catfish, discus, and nano fish. African cichlids are excellent beginner fish — they’re hearty, beautiful, and school naturally.

If we don’t have the fish of your dreams in stock, we can create a specialized order from our reputable suppliers.

Commercial and Residential Services

Capital Exotic fish is making house and business calls. We want to be your provider of choice for residential and commercial aquarium servicing.

Cleaning fish tanks can be time-consuming and messy; you’ve got a life and other priorities. Let us manage regular maintenance and repairs for you.

Whether you have an aquarium at your business or you’re going out of town, we provide professional staff to take care of your aquatic pets at a competitive price. Contact us today for a free quote!

Free Water Quality Testing

Clean, fresh water is essential to your fish’s health and happiness. We are happy to provide free water testing of your aquarium habit; our professionals will sample for ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, and pH levels.

Let us help you make a welcoming water home for your underwater pets. They will thank you!

Paludarium and Aquascaping Clinics

Aquascaping is the art and science of crafting attractive underwater environments for fish and other creatures. We’re happy to share our expertise with you; let us teach you how to build these magnificent ecosystems — whether you’re new to the game or an old hand, we can help you hone your craft.

Our staff also offer free lessons on how to build the latest tank craze: paludariums. Incorporating fish with your existing terrestrial habit — for frogs, snakes, or lizards — is a stimulating and rewarding challenge.

Reverse Osmosis Water Sales

Our reverse osmosis-filtered water is the purest and healthiest you can buy for your exotic aquatic pets. The advanced systems we maintain produce water free from chlorine, chloramine, and other contaminants.

Please don't use tap water for your aquarium — it could wipe out a whole school of sea creatures. Our reverse osmosis water is the best foundation for your home aquarium environment.

If you must use tap water, please dechlorinate and condition the water you use. We also sell these products for your convenience. (Use extra caution with tetras, oscars, and South American fish.)

Cozy Quarantine

Capital Exotic Fish has over 70 tanks ranging in size from 10 gallons to over 600 gallons. And we have a specific section of the store where new, stressed or sick fish can be added to dedicated large tanks to ensure that diseases are not introduced into your home tank environment.

OTHER SERVICES

Capital Exotic Fish is not just a store but a destination!

  • Customized tank back-wall painting and color selection

  • Customized, hand-crafted wooden tank stands. Made in the USA.

  • We sell medication for sick fish and can provide counsel regarding nursing them back to health.