Need Last Minute Gifts?

Happy Holidays

 Gift-Giving season is here!

Finding presents for all your loved ones can be stressful, so we want help you out! Below, we’ve got some great suggestions for any fish lover. Get something for your fellow aquarist, or better yet, treat yourself to something nice this season!

Gift Certificates are Available!

Sometimes, it’s not easy to decide on the right gift. Fish keepers can have very particular needs, or you may not know what fish will be compatible in your loved one’s tank.

That’s why we offer Gift Certificates of any price. Ask us, and we will be happy to help you.

Ornaments Make Great Gifts

Aquarium ornaments are simple and fun ways to dress up the aquarium. And unlike fish or other livestock, you can leave ornaments wrapped up under the tree. At Centreville Aquarium, you will find high quality aquarium ornaments to suit everyone’s taste.

Aquarium ornaments

Starter tanks header

Starter aquariums make great gifts for new and experienced hobbyists alike! They come in a wide range of sizes, and always include everything you need to get a tank up and running right away! We sell aquarium kits from 2.6 gallons to 55 gallons, but we want to highlight two of the nicest kits below:
BioCube 29

The BioCube by Corallife is a great tank for experienced aquarist or someone brand new to the hobby. It has everything you need to set up your own reef tank, including powerful lights and a great filter. We sell 14 gallon and 29 gallon BioCubes.

Aqueon Bowfront

 

 

 

Aqueon’s Deluxe Bow Front Kit is a great gift for someone who wants a unique tank. This kit comes with a light, heater, and filter. We also sell a wooden stand, fit perfectly for a bow front aquarium.

 

Peppermint Shrimp FOM

Peppermint SHrimpWhile it may not be a fish, the peppermint shrimp is a saltwater invertebrate that deserves this month’s attention!

These popular marine shrimp are easy to keep and very affordable, and also do a great job of ridding the aquarium of aiptasia. Native to the Atlantic, peppermint shrimp have long been bred in captivity, and many aquarists successfully breed them at home. These shrimp would make a great addition to your reef this holiday season.

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