Has anyone ever delt with NYAquatic? -$25 Picasso Clowns

reefman13 · #1 10/25/2007, 08:14 PM

I just ordered a Picasso Clownfish from them that was $25. It didn't seem right to me, so I called him up and asked a few questions about what they looked like to make sure he hadn't mistaken them for something else. And sure enough the description he was giving me sounded pretty much what they look like, and sounded valid. So I went a head and ordered one. And have paid an EXTRA $9.50 for shipping because it let me select anything other than priority over night, but what con you do

So I figured for $25 I'll take a shot and see what I get, so we shall see.

The order is supposed to come in on Saturday via Fedex, so I'll make sure to post pics

BTW: He has 8 of them left- it was 9

ReefRockerLive · #2 10/25/2007, 08:17 PM

I've purchased from them several times and every time I get everything super healthy and eating 5 minutes after being introduced to the tank. Their prices are superb and shipping is dirt cheap, can't beat it, IMO.

reefman13 · #3 10/25/2007, 08:31 PM

Good, that is definitely going to help me sleep a little better tonight

ReefRockerLive · #4 10/25/2007, 08:33 PM

BTW, I'm about to place another order with them tonight!

reefman13 · #5 10/25/2007, 08:35 PM

What are you ordering?

ReefRockerLive · #6 10/25/2007, 08:59 PM

Midas Blenny and 4 lyretail anthias.

saltyfishy123 · #7 10/25/2007, 09:02 PM

I dont know if he's done anything new, but when I bought from him, I didnt have a good expierence, but I would buy from them again, I like how shipping is like 7 bucks.

reefman13 · #8 10/25/2007, 09:37 PM

For the clown it was around (just under $10), which, for ordering fish, is not bad at all. And like most things in this hobby, if I like the quality, then I will be ordering more often, as it is cheaper (gas price wise) and is very convenient.

argi · #9 10/26/2007, 05:24 AM

I ordered some lyretail anthias and a couple of fish from them and was pretty happy with the quality and price.

Keith

ctreefer · #10 10/26/2007, 08:27 AM

I've been to his location and ordered for delivery. His prices are superb (plus the cheapo shipping option.) My experience with health has been on the lower side, but as long as you're QTing there shouldn't be any issue. Just like other wholesalers, he uses copper in low levels (or at least did over the winter time) so make sure you don't let any of the water into your reef system.

reefman13 · #11 10/26/2007, 09:08 AM

Will do, thanks CT.

Galantra · #12 10/26/2007, 09:15 AM

yea i also deal with mike he is actually 20 min from the from me in stamford his places is great i buy alot of my fishe there i just go pick it up at his place. he also does special orders too at a good price. I am getting some purple tangs from him

reefman13 · #13 10/26/2007, 09:24 AM

Lucky! He is like an hour from me, so it is just cheaper to pay for the shipping

ctreefer · #14 10/26/2007, 12:37 PM

Galantra, I've been looking for some purples. What size are you looking to get?

Krazy · #15 10/26/2007, 08:01 PM

Good to hear the positive feedback about NYAquatic.

I plan to order my fish through there once my 210 is set up then cycles

reefman13 · #16 10/26/2007, 09:41 PM

Arrives tomorrow morning!!!

I can't wait!!!

pecan2phat · #17 10/26/2007, 10:18 PM

Unfortunately, you will be slightly disappointed. They are not like the ORA Picassos.
I saw them on Thursday when I went to pick up a Regal angel.

reefman13 · #18 10/27/2007, 08:04 AM

Oh..........okay, thanks pecan...........

Chester08 · #19 10/27/2007, 10:34 AM

you asked for the truth didnt you? I had a good experience ordering from them before also though, so you wont be all out dissapointed but like pecan said they arent the ORA picassos

reefman13 · #20 10/27/2007, 11:18 AM

Yeah, of course I did. What I said did before did not mean I was upset with pecan. And I am sorry if anyone took it that way.

According to the Stamford Fedex adviser: ETA- Before 5pm

I am hoping it will get here much earlier

mypurpletang · #21 10/27/2007, 07:29 PM

well how did they look? were you satisfied with the order?

reefman13 · #22 10/27/2007, 09:09 PM

Well, she doesn't looking anything like (as of now) an ORA picasso. She looks more like a Ture Perc. misbar clown. But she is a juv. so she has a little ways to grow before her bars become their permanent shape, and she gets all of her back coloration. But otherwise I was happy. She is healthy and alert so I can't really complain. I have yet to feed her and see her eat as I haven't tried to feed her (arrived at lights out). But, yeah, I am happy.

There is only one complaint- I would have like to have seen her packed with more water than she was as it was about 4 cups total for a 26 hour transport time. -just my opinion.

I will post pics tomorrow when the lights on my nano-cube switch on. You guys can see her then

reefman13 · #23 10/28/2007, 08:31 AM

PICTURES!!!!!

-Just to give you guys a general idea

mypurpletang · #24 10/28/2007, 08:38 AM

she seems fine give her sometime to adjust.

WetSleeves · #25 10/28/2007, 08:45 AM

Brother, I don't mean to be an alarmist, but am I trippin' or is there a bit of excess slime on her side in this picture? Look along the dorsal fin. I have dealt with brooklynella and amyloodinium before. So, I get a little concerned when I see things like this. Hopefully it's just the way the light's hitting it.