I think the source you're looking is as good as they get; I have bought almost all my fish from F&S (liveaquaria) since they started in the business.I have never received a inferior fish from them. I've been buying most of my supplies from them since they bought Pet Warehouse. Their service, support , and quality. And their guarantee may sound too good to be true, they bend over backwards to honor it. I posted this elsewhere, but a while back I ordered a harlequin tusk and they sent one that was twice the size of what I ordered. They refunded my $ and I kept the fish. The tusk is now in a hospital children's ward. I'm a little prejudiced, Marty Smith was my Vet when I lived in the Wis. northwoods years ago. Here's an idea that may help--split an order with a friend and lower shipping costs. I have also had good experience with SWF.com. The nearest lfs to me is about 90 miles away; but I would still buy online if the store was next door.