Freshwater Fish
Freshwater Fish for Sale
Light Fish is a marketplace for buying and selling freshwater aquarium fish directly from breeders, hobbyists, and small-scale fish farmers across the United States. Whether you're looking for beginner-friendly community fish like guppies, tetras, and mollies, or rare species like discus, South American dwarf cichlids, and exotic killifish, you'll find listings from passionate sellers who know their fish.
All livestock orders on Light Fish are backed by a platform-wide Live Arrival Guarantee. Every shipment is carefully packed in breather bags or heat-sealed packaging with heat or cold packs, shipped in styrofoam-lined insulated boxes, and sent via priority or overnight carrier. Weather along the route is monitored, and shipments may be held to ensure safe arrival. Orders include tracking, and you'll want to unbox within 2 hours of delivery. Use the category links above to browse specific fish types, or use the filter to narrow by shipping method or pickup location.
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What buyers say
4.7 out of 5 from 109 reviews on real orders
“Costumer service was outstanding, red root floaters came in excellent condition, and then sent an extra plant for a gift! Highly recommended!”
Karver E., CA
Bought Red Root Floaters (5x5 Inch Portion)
“The ahrimp arrived alive and healthy, and they came really well packaged for safety. It's a nice mix of males and females. Very happy with my order and would definitely order from this seller again!”
Jennifer A., Ohio
Bought 20+1 Red Cherry Shrimp/ Neocaridina Red Shrimp/ Live Freshwater Shrim.
“I received a beautiful, complex, small knot of spider wood that looks stunning from multiple angles. Timely shipping, well packaged with no broken pieces. For this price I definitely feel like a winner, no complaints…”
Katherine S., MI
Bought Spider Wood Driftwood (4x6")
“Well packed, great communication, fast shipping. Fish were healthy and adapted easily.”
Jessica P., MD
Bought Midnight Blue Galaxy Guppy (1 Trio) + 1 Pair Doa
“Multiple orders over the last year and I've never been disappointed. Living in the middle of Texas my concern is packaging. "Grandma" ensures the safety of fish during shipment with first class packaging (I live in the…”
Rick K., TX
Bought Albino Blue Topaz Guppies - Adult TRIO
“This seller's customer service is excellent. I ordered 6 Santa Claus Guppy fry and received 7 active healthy fry along with a free freshwater plant. Package arrived fast and was well insulated and well packed.”
Joshua L., FL
Bought Santa Clause Guppies Bag Of 6 Fry