About
Aquatic Pets and Reptiles is a sprawling independent fish store in Clovis, CA, where rows of clean freshwater and saltwater tanks share the floor with terrariums full of reptiles. It is the kind of aquarium store Central Valley hobbyists drive out of their way for — one recent reviewer called the hour-long trip "so worth it" — because the livestock looks healthy, the tanks stay spotless, and the staff genuinely want to set you up right. Two names come up in nearly every review: Brett and Roy.
Brett runs point on the aquatic side, walking first-time keepers through their very first betta tank, picking out healthy freshwater plants for nano builds, and matching customers with shrimp, snails, and floating plants like red root floaters. Roy is the other anchor, equally at home helping a beginner choose their first community fish or talking a new owner through a bearded dragon or corn snake setup. Newer staff like Connor earn shout-outs too.
The recurring theme is patience — people walk in knowing little and leave with a complete, working setup and the knowledge to keep it alive. If you want freshwater fish, live plants, or bettas for sale in Clovis, CA, this is a strong local pick. The freshwater section runs deep on plants and community fish, the saltwater side carries corals and marine fish for reef keepers, and the shelves cover the everyday gear — filters, tanks, and even the one replacement filter part nobody else in town seems to keep in stock.
Several shoppers mention buying a complete betta kit in a single visit. Prices draw steady praise as competitive with the chain stores but with better quality and real advice behind them. Reptile keepers will also find bearded dragons, ball pythons, crested geckos, and tortoises alongside live feeders like dubia roaches.
For Clovis and greater Fresno fishkeepers who want hands-on guidance instead of a big-box aisle, Aquatic Pets and Reptiles does exactly that.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Aquatic Pets and Reptiles in Clovis, CA
Aquatic Pets and Reptiles stocks betta fish, corals, invertebrates, shrimp, aquarium plants and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in Clovis, CA. As an aquarium store serving Clovis, CA, it also offers aquarium setup and aquarium consultations.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Deep freshwater section with healthy live plants, bettas, shrimp, and community fish
- Saltwater side stocks corals and marine fish for reef keepers
- Brett (aquatics) and Roy consistently praised for patient, beginner-friendly tank setup guidance
- Hard-to-find gear in stock, including a replacement filter part other local shops don't carry
- Reptile section with bearded dragons, ball pythons, crested geckos, tortoises, and live dubia roaches
From keepers
Customer reviews
“GREAT selection! Tons of plants, cool fish, and reasonable tank prices. Roy was SUPER helpful and friendly!”
— Samantha Burman5.036 minutes ago“Great customer service from Roy very knowledgeable and informative beautiful fish and reptiles so worth the hour drive.”
— Lacey Vieselmeyer5.0an hour ago“Brett was awesome and helpful!”
— Forever Adored5.0an hour ago“Roy was a wealth of knowledge at Clovis aquatic pets. He helped us pick out a bearded dragon and got us all set up but everything we needed. Highly recommend.”
— Matthew Jonkman5.02 hours ago“Brett was great! Very knowledgeable and great selection in the store.”
— Carina Ponce5.020 hours ago“Brett gave us good shrimp, very helpful and informative.”
— Charles Miller5.021 hours ago“Friendly and fast service”
— Marcedalia Pérez5.0a day ago“Brett was great and super helpful!”
— Faith Taylor5.0a day ago“Connor is goated”
— Ava Vasquez5.0a day ago“Came in, it was fast and easy. There was a gentleman that was helping me with my stuff, I forgot his name sadly. Bratt did a wonderful job. He helped packed everything for me and made sure everything go smoothly. If you know what you're looking for, I want to say everything will be fast and easy here for you as it is for me.”
— Shiinee_t5.03 days ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (559) 298-4549 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Aquatic Pets and Reptiles.