Since 2009

We're fish keepers first, and a shop second.

Every fish we send has lived in our own tanks, eaten from our own hands and passed our own health checks. We sell rare fish because we love keeping them — and we'd rather lose a sale than send one to a tank that isn't ready.

15 yrs

keeping & shipping

100%

live-arrival guarantee

200+

species in our care

4.7

from 1,400 reviews

Our safe-arrival promise

If your fish doesn't arrive happy and healthy, we'll make it right — simple as that.

Packed with care

Insulated, oxygen-rich boxes sealed by the keeper who raised your fish.

Overnight & tracked

Fast, insured delivery with live tracking and a keeper on call.

Covered on arrival

Send one photo within two hours and we replace or refund — your call.

Where Marine Biology Meets Passion

The Fish Collection was founded in 2009 in Helsinki, Finland, by aquarist and marine biologist Teemu Suoninen. What began as a specialist import operation for Northern European collectors has grown into one of the world's most trusted sources for rare and exotic aquarium fish.

Unlike mass-market fish retailers, we operate on a curated inventory model. Our stock turns slowly — we would rather hold three exceptional fish than thirty average ones. This philosophy extends to our customer relationships: we provide ongoing care support, species-specific guidance, and emergency consultation to every buyer, whether they are adding a $45 Dragon Goby or a $28,500 Platinum Arowana to their collection.

Meet the keepers

T

Teemu Suoninen

Founder & Head Aquarist

15+ years with rare fish. Sets every health and quarantine check.

CITES-Certified TraderFormer Head Aquarist, Rotterdam Aquarium
J

Jess

Marine specialist

Reef expert who looks after all our saltwater fish.

D

Devon

Shipping & care

Packs every box — our live-arrival record is his pride.

Come say hello

Whether it's your first fish or your fiftieth, we're always happy to help you choose well.

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