The True Percula

The selection of salt water fish is a little lacking but they have a decent selection of SPS and other frags. Most of the staff seem knowledgeable and helpful. Their prices are a bit higher than larger chain stores. but I’ve never had a problem with the quality of fish or coral.

Came here and purchased 4 fish for the first time while on the way home noticed it was floating on the side at the top of the bag. I called the store to ask what should I do. They told me to still put in my tank and once transfer was complete it still was floating !! I then called back and I was told that the manager said they feel like it was ok and at the store so sorry but have a good evening I just laughed and asked if they were serious they said yes. The fish cost $ 5.99 lol and I would have kept buying fish and other items however I’m not to keen on half dead fish !

Live north FW, ventured down to check this store out… Not a big fan of saltwater/​fresh water fish mixed stores… they do have a wide selection of both, but their coral set up needs a lot of work, I prefer too look at my coral under some sorta of led lights to bring out the color and a magnifier… but that’s just me. Prices seemed high to what I’ve seen around the DFW area, but the store was pretty nice compared to others around and the staff was helpful.

Best place I have found for fish. Knowledgeable staff and good selection of salt and fresh water fish. Pricing a little higher than a big chain, not by much, but very well worth it. Super clean tanks and very healthy fish that took very fast to my tank.

Yes they have product but it is not quality. I have visited every fish and aquatic business in austin tx when I moved here I was devastated to see all the live stock was either dying or disturbed in some way. Zoas selection could be better and they are selling a condy for $ 30 when petco sells them for MUCH healthier and larger for $ 11 speaking of petco, the one on green oaks and little rd has the BEST marine fish selection I have ever seen in Austin and dfw its small but they are very healthy and bright and at the same petco prices.

We always stop in when we are early to dance. The children love to see the beautiful fish and the employees are very nice.

Pretty good selection of saltwater and reef tanks. They also have a minimal filtration tank that is my inspiration for a beautiful eco system sans protein skimmer.

As other people said, more fishes here than other fish store! I went to here last week, and their service was not so bad than i expected after read from other reviews. They help people on choosing fishes but not really welcome! I think 4 stars are good enough for this store!!!

This was my first time visiting their store. Originally I was impressed with the selection they had of freshwater because other than Petsmart it’s hard to find a wide variety in one store.
That being said after I had a few questions about the fish and how to take care of the fish… 2 of the 3 employees on the sales floor didn’t know enough so they advized I talked to a younger guy (who I wont mention the name of). He was extremely smug and told me I «may as well just fill my tank with barbs» because we didn’t know a lot about the other fish. He practically told me he wouldn’t sell me the fish that I actually wanted and that was extremely frustrated.
After leaving the store empty handed I went to Petsmart and found 3 of the fish I wanted from True Percula at a third of the price. And they looked healthier!
I highly recommend shopping at Ocean Avenue in arlington instead. their freshwater selecion isn’t as large but if you talk to the employees you can request some fish for their next shipment and they will actually listen to your questions without seeming irritated.

Came here to look at their selection because I’ve been driving by for years. Now that I have my aquarium up and running I think I’ll just continue to drive by instead of stopping.
No type of customer service. I felt like I was a bother being inside. More than disappointed with their staff.
There are other aquarium stores worth the drive.

Well, sadly, I have to update my review. I returned to this store after a great while to find a healthy betta. I chose a beautiful one and upon addition to my tank he was instantly lifeless and within 10 hours had developed a terrible case of ich. This tank is cycled, and had no previous livestock in it. There’s no reason this fish should have died other than it was sold me and already unhealthy.
While they do have a great selection, I have to emphasize the fact that SO MANY of their freshwater fish are sick. Do yourself a favor and do not buy these fish, they will infect your entire tank.
I’m sure if I returned to the store with the fish, they would have done something for me, but after two bad experiences, what’s the point? I’ll find a better LFS, even if it means I have to drive a ways to get there.
Please support LFS that sell HEALTHY fish. While the employees are knowledgeable, they aren’t proactive enough to take care of the fish that they sell. This will be my last time visiting this store, and while they didn’t have anything else I was looking for, I’m certainly glad I didn’t purchase anything else from them.
This store is not great if you know the slightest thing about aquaria. The coral is colorless and brown and the fish, other than the display tank, are not fish I would be adding to my tank do to their poor apperance.
Their freshwater fish selection is truly pathetic. The store is nothing more than a glorified Petco with coral and EXTREMELY inflated prices. I will not visit again, nor will I encourage any of my aquarist friends to visit this store.
Website says they are always hiring, but obviously not people who know enough to keep the coral they sell healthy. Sad.

I had recently been going to Petsmart for all my fish needs, but now I regret ever going to petsmart! Yesterday I had gone to petsmart to get fish and waited 20 minutes without ever being helped. Frustrated, I just left. Today I decided to go inside of The True Percula after driving my multiple times. It was breathtaking to walk in for the first time. All of the bright colors and beautiful fish took my breath away. The employees were kind and helpful. I went in not knowing what I wanted to get, because chain pet stores do not have as many options, and the female employee who was on shift (I forgot to take down her name) was very helpful in explaining the kinds of fish and the differences between them. After deciding on a few, a male employee helped get the fish and recommended some food. The staff was very professional and knew about the fish, unlike chain fish stores. It was a great experience and I will definitely be back!

By far the best fish store i have come across in DFW. wide selection of fish and coral including rare species that are hard to get elsewhere. The staff is very knowledgeable and eager to help.

I recently decided to get my salt water fish tank back up an running. I came in this place and was impressed by there selection of supplies. The prices were good and the staff seemed knowledgeable. My tank is up and running with fish only. no corals. (by choice) I have bought several fish here now and for the most part they have adapted well to my tank. I will be coming here often.