We are a family owned business. We've been shipping around the country since 1988. Our packing methods are always improving so that your shipments will arrive in good conduction no matter what the weather. Over the years we have supplied some of the largest public and state aquariums and pet shops through out the country. We are experenced in the handling and shipping of live fish and invert's. We will always try to get you the best rates on shipping. Sometimes even better than the rates the web site comes up with. When you order you will get personal attention from Tom himself. Because the business seems to be moving more toward selling directly to the hobbyest. We set up this site to help answer most of the questions that people have.