At OCD Reefs, we help reef keepers across Salt Lake City and Utah build thriving saltwater aquariums with healthy, hand-selected livestock. With more than 25 years of combined reefing experience, our certified specialists make it easy to find the right saltwater tank fish, aquarium supplies, and expert guidance for your system. Whether you are starting a new reef or upgrading an existing setup, we provide both the livestock and the long-term support you need for success.
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Keep your reef thriving with healthy fish and trusted expertise.
Neglecting proper saltwater fish selection can lead to stress, aggression, disease, and expensive tank crashes. Stocking the wrong mix of aquarium saltwater fish doesn’t just risk losing livestock, it can also damage your corals and destabilize your entire system. Waiting to act often means spending more time and money fixing preventable problems.
✔️ Certified Experts
Our reef team brings 25+ years of combined saltwater aquarium experience.
✔️ Healthy, Hand-Picked Fish
We quarantine and carefully select each saltwater fish for aquarium health and longevity.
✔️ Quality Equipment & Supplies
From protein skimmers to live rock, we stock everything you need in one place.
✔️ Reliable Support & Maintenance
Whether it’s water testing, algae control, or full aquarium maintenance, our specialists keep your reef balanced.
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Clownfish, gobies, and chromis are some of the most reliable beginner-friendly saltwater fish. They are hardy, adapt well to captive conditions, and don’t require specialized diets. What’s the best fish for a saltwater tank? Our guide breaks down the easiest species for new hobbyists.
Yes, many saltwater tank fish are reef-safe and thrive in tanks with corals and invertebrates. However, not all fish fall into this category. For example, angelfish and butterflyfish may nip at coral polyps, while some wrasses may disturb invertebrates. On the other hand, clownfish, gobies, chromis, blennies, and tangs are excellent reef-safe choices. When building a community, it’s important to know not just if the fish is reef-safe but also whether it will compete with other fish for space or food. At OCD Reefs, we provide guidance on selecting species that complement both your corals and your cleanup crew.
The number of fish depends on the size of your aquarium, your filtration system, and the compatibility of the species you choose. A common beginner guideline is one inch of fish per five gallons of water, but that is just a starting point. Some species produce more waste or require more swimming space, so they cannot be housed at the same density as others. For example, a 55-gallon saltwater fish aquarium may comfortably hold 6-8 small fish, but fewer if you include larger tangs or angels. The safest way to determine stocking levels is to combine careful planning with professional advice and water testing to keep nutrients under control.
Yes, different saltwater fish have unique dietary needs. Carnivores may require frozen foods such as mysis shrimp or brine shrimp. Herbivores like tangs need a steady supply of algae sheets or spirulina-based food. Omnivores can thrive on a mix of prepared pellets, frozen foods, and algae. Feeding variety is critical to maintain color, health, and immune strength. At OCD Reefs, we carry specialized diets for all major species and can help you set up a feeding routine that supports both fish and coral health.
Absolutely. We specialize in turnkey Red Sea aquarium installations across Salt Lake City and surrounding communities. Our certified team handles everything: tank delivery, plumbing, aqua scaping, cycling, and livestock introduction. We also offer maintenance plans so you can enjoy your reef without worrying about weekly water changes or nutrient imbalances. Whether you’re setting up your first nano reef or a large display, our expertise ensures your residential saltwater aquarium installation is stress-free and professional.
Yes, you can mix multiple types of saltwater fish in aquarium environments, but careful planning is critical. Some species are territorial or aggressive, while others are peaceful and best kept in groups. Compatibility also depends on tank size, aqua scaping, and the introduction order of your livestock. At OCD Reefs, we help design stocking plans so your commercial saltwater aquariums and home systems remain balanced and healthy.
Visit OCD Reefs at:
4220 W 2100 S Ste K, Salt Lake City, UT 84120
We proudly serve hobbyists in Salt Lake City, West Valley, Sandy, Draper, Ogden, Provo, and across the Wasatch Front.
Proudly Serving Salt Lake City and Communities Across Utah
From hand-selected saltwater tank fish to complete Red Sea aquarium installations, OCD Reefs is here to fuel your reefing passion. Visit our Salt Lake City store or contact us today to get started.
Visit our retail location to find an extensive supply of saltwater fish, coral, and tank maintenance supplies. Our team is happy to provide tank installation, setup and maintenance services.
They're the best!
Each employee here is knowledgeable and friendly. They have amazing fish and just as impressive a selection of invertebrates, corals, and anemones. Their R/O water is inexpensive, they will test your water for everything, their prices are very reasonable, too!
Has Wonderful variety....!!❤️☕🫶
Well stocked store carrying a wide variety of dry goods and live stock. Staff is helpful. My go to for Reef Nutrition products as well as when I need something urgently for my tank. Dry goods are competitive to online retailers.
Recently decided to start a saltwater tank and found this store. First came to OCD Reefs on a Sunday because Google said they were open. Not open on Sunday. So came back during the week because they are open until 7 pm. Very cool store. Filled with tanks of gorgeous saltwater fish and live coral. They also have a selection of larger tanks. We may have to save up for because we are just starting out with a 14 gallon for now. Staff was super friendly and knowledgeable. We will be back for sure.
Amazing saltwater fish store. Everyone is very helpful. They have a great selection of fish and corals.
These guys have been great to deal with! I'm fairly new to the hobby and have been my go to place for advice, parts and critters for the new reef tank. Recently picked up a pair of new Hydra 32s and after installing one of them didn't work right. OCD didn't hesitate to swap it out for another. Prices and variety are on par with everyone else, and they're a Red Sea dealer so if you need parts they've got em!
What a great store with a nice selection of livestock and hard goods. They are really helpful and do great water tests.
Pretty much the only place I go. Dino and the young lady are two of the best people to deal with.
This place has great variety of coral and many fish. Also the people that working they are very friendly and knowledgeable. They is a beautiful Red Sea s1000 it is a mixed reef and they have such a great diversity of scolymia. In that tank they also have a big Kenya tree and an awesome garden of torches, some goniopora and greatly grown in acros. There is many torch, frogspawn and hammers for sale that are just stunning. And in the front of there store is lots of gear for your reefing needs. Lastly all of the Red Sea tanks and supply from Red Sea. This place is a must go and the drive will be worth it.
Knowledgeable and chatty. The lady asked good questions about my current tank and helped connect a bunch of dots in my head as fish care and fixing problems goes. Great looking stock and frag tanks.
Great place to get salt water aquarium supplies and they are very knowledgeable
Brandon is amazing to work with! He is extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. OCD Reefs has provided our salt water fish and tanks in our pediatric clinic for many years. Definitely the best in the business!!
The prices are amazing and the owner is so sweet and helpful every time we come here it's an amazing experience!!! We love it
Every time I visit here they are very knowledgeable, patient, and helpful. The lady there takes the time to get to know her customers current set up and will work with you to get your tank running the way you want without high pressure sales and offers helpful suggestions based on your needs and budget. Other employees seem to have had positive helpful attitude aswell. They have always been well stocked with a wide variety of equipment, supplies, coral, fish and more. From where I've visited over past couple years they seem to have the best selection of high quality saltwater stuff in salt lake area. Fish and frag tanks have been neat and clean. Unlike many other stores, they don't leave me worrying my purchase is gonna cause an algae or sickness outbreak at home . Probably best reef shop in the area.
If you're looking for a trustworthy place to locally purchase saltwater fish/corals for your tank at home or even at the office, OCD Reefs has personally been that place for me. They have knowledgeable and friendly staff that are helpful with whatever you maybe looking for and the majority of the fish are shipped to them in better than average condition. Seriously they arrive looking great! They also have good pricing on their coral selection for those who are reef fanatics such as myself! I've been to a lot of fish stores for saltwater fish in the valley and it's been a rather skeptical experience at other places but OCD Reefs has made it worth driving 25 minutes for. NOTE: This is not a freshwater fish place. It's just for the saltwater side of the hobby! 😎
Great selection, price, and customer service! We love OCD Reefs
Amazing prices
Great advice for dinoflaggelates and good selection of fish and coral.
Nothing but salt water supplies and fish here-- and it's fantastic for those that sway that way. We came wondering if they sell freshwater supplies-- nope. But that's OK. They are great at what they do offer and specialize in.
Swapped out a broken tank a prior mover broke. It was a tight fight and was not easy as the tank sits in the wall and it was a big boy. I'm looking forward to getting my tank assembled so I can fill it with some goods from OCD.
Great store. Have more dry goods and parts than anywhere else. Very helpful as well.
I loved this place! The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. The price is very fair and they have a beautiful array of corals. Their display tank is gorgeous as well!
Cool corals and friendly
Great corals and fish and reasonable prices.
Great saltwater aquarium store. I Will be going back many times.
Super happy with this local fish store. I just got in for the first time last week and was really happy with the quality of the fish and livestock. The owner showed me the filtration set up for the coral and fish systems and it was amazing to see. It was very much appreciated to see the detail and quality that OCD Reefs puts into their systems. Cant wait to go back!
Dino was killer to work with. So happy they carry Algae Barn products. Will shop here again
Excellent service
Its nice little pricey
Super helpful! We were able to get the corals we wanted!
Amazing Service
Staff chill af would go again
They were really knowledgeable about corals and fish. Really good costumer. And we found what we were looking for
Ton of variety! Store owner really knows her stuff.
I absolutely love OCD Reefs, never have I had a store help me out so much not just with fish but my water, corals, live rock, sand everything! Their knowledge of the hobby is beyond compare to any store I’ve been to and being new to hobby, I’ve been to a lot of stores. Everyone who works there can answer pretty much any question you have and will go in-depth with their information or, “dumb it down” for a guy like me haha. I’d recommend this store to anyone who is looking to get into or already in the hobby. I Love this hobby and I love the help I get from the store!
Super helpful and never felt like I was imposing.
Great store, great staff
Excellent selection of products and live stock for all types of salt water aquariums! The staff is great and prices are excellent too! I recommend this place to anyone!
These guys are awesome, they know their products, and are amazing at what they do. Pricing is fantastic, and they take the time to explain things to beginners. They've gone out of their way to make sure I received my order on products well outside of the time of business, to which I was blown away with! I'd highly recommend anyone looking into Reefing, to come directly to these guys! Fantastic job everyone! Highly impressed, and continue to be impressed with your excellent customer service.
Staff was very helpful and insightful! Great selection and able to help you out if what you are looking for is not in stock. Great experience!
Super stoked I came back to OCD reefs. It has been about a year and they had some tank struggles last time I was in but this time I was blown away! The coral looked great, tanks were beautiful and the fish selection was fire 🔥. Stoked they're doing so well again!
Great customer service
Great shop with knowledgeable staff!
Very helpful . Tnk u so much !
Love ocd reefs always able to help and very knowledgeable people. One of the best in the valley
Always a great experience at OCD reefs. Great prices and staff are always helpful. My go to LFS.
This is a super cool place. They've got the strangest salt water creatures and a boatload of knowledge to boot. They sell new and used set ups and everything for inside and out of your aquarium. This place is for the serious salt water hobbyist!!!
Very knowledgeable and where able to answer all my questions, they even filled up my jugs for me and brought them to my car! Very pleased with how organized and clean the store is too Great place for your reef needs!
Awesome service and great tank layout. Got some free shells for my hermit crabs and the coral selection is Amazing! Employees were very knowledgeable and helped out a novice improve my tank conditions.
