About Aqua Atomic –

Welcome to Aqua Atomic, your trusted online destination for premium freshwater aquarium fish, shrimp, and plants.Based in Omaha, Nebraska, we specialize in providing healthy, vibrant aquatic life and plants for enthusiasts across the U.S.​​

Our Mission

At Aqua Atomic, our passion for aquatics drives us to offer top-quality freshwater species and plants. We focus on:​

• Freshwater Shrimp: Including Neocaridina, Caridina, Sulawesi, and Amano varieties.

• Aquarium Fish: Specializing in Rainbowfish, Plecostomus, Corydoras, Killifish, and Tetras.

• Aquatic Plants: Providing submersed-grown plants for easy tank integration.​​

Why Choose Aqua Atomic?

Expertly Quarantined Aquatic Life

We prioritize the health of our aquatic species. All imported fish and shrimp undergo a minimum three-week quarantine.This process ensures they acclimate properly, reducing stress and mortality rates. We treat fish with medicated flakes and, when necessary, use Paraguard to maintain optimal health.​

Submersed-Grown Aquatic Plants

Unlike many retailers, we primarily grow our aquatic plants fully submerged. This method ensures:

• Easier transition into your aquarium

• Reduced melting and acclimation time

• Healthier, more robust plant growth
   

Occasionally, we offer emersed-grown plants—particularly for propagation or when stocking rare species. However, every emersed plant is transitioned underwater for a minimum of three weeks in our tanks before being made available. To maintain full transparency, we clearly note in each product listing if a plant was originally grown emersed, so you’ll always know what to expect and how to best care for it.

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Affordable Prices – 50–75% Lower Than Traditional Retail

 

By operating exclusively online and managing our own breeding and cultivation systems, we’re able to keep our prices low—often 50–75% cheaper than traditional retail aquarium shops. This means you get better quality at a better price, directly from the source.
 

Where We're Located

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Aqua Atomic operates from a home-based fishroom in West Omaha, Nebraska, near 120th & Pacific. We are not a brick-and-mortar store, so we're not set up for in-person shopping or browsing, but local pickup is absolutely available.

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Local pickup:

Add items to your cart, choose Local Pickup at checkout, and the exact pickup address will be shared in your order confirmation email. Pickup is by appointment from an insulated cooler on the porch. Purchased items can be held for up to one week.

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Local swap events:

We also vend regularly at swap events at Lucky Bucket Brewing in La Vista. Follow us on Facebook, Band or Tiktok for upcoming dates.

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Shipping:

Nationwide via UPS Next Day Air. See our Shipping & Refunds page for full details.