About
Harris In Wonderland in Canton, CT is first and foremost an exotic reptile and amphibian shop, but it earns a spot on any Connecticut fishkeeper's map for tracking down tropical freshwater fish and feeders close to home. Walking through the front door feels less like a pet store and more like a small, well-kept zoo — ball pythons, hognose and corn snake morphs, bearded dragons, red foot tortoises, dart frogs, and even sugar gliders line the walls in what customers repeatedly call a fascinating menagerie. " The freshwater fish section is a modest but genuine part of the store.
Regulars come in for guppies and other community tropical fish, and longtime customers mention picking up guppies for sale in Canton, CT on repeat visits — a small, healthy selection that beats the typical big-box tank wall. Where the store really stands out is its live and frozen feeder inventory: pinkies, mice, rats, crickets, and roaches are deep-stocked and priced to move, with one keeper noting they buy 1,000 crickets in bulk for about $30, roughly a tenth of chain-store pricing. Staff are the heart of the place.
" The crew happily talks a new keeper out of an oversized purchase, recommends the right feeder size, and special-orders hard-to-find animals on request, including mint terribilis dart frogs for one customer. Families linger to watch the resident snapping turtle get fed. For Canton-area fishkeepers after guppies, feeders, or simply an afternoon of animal-watching, this independent Canton, CT fish store and exotics shop rewards an unhurried walk-in visit.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Harris In Wonderland in Canton, CT
Harris In Wonderland stocks livebearers, rare and hard-to-find species and freshwater fish for sale in Canton, CT. As a fish store serving Canton, CT, it also carries fish food and offers aquarium consultations.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Zoo-like exotics shop packed with reptiles, amphibians, birds, and exotic animals, plus a small tropical freshwater fish section
- Guppies and community freshwater fish for sale — a healthier alternative to big-box tank walls
- Deeply stocked live and frozen feeders (pinkies, mice, crickets, roaches) far below chain prices — about $30 for 1,000 crickets
- Honest, animal-first staff led by owner Adam, with standouts like Ashley earning praise
- Special-orders hard-to-find animals on request, including mint terribilis dart frogs
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Ashley IS AMAZING! Super knowledgeable, very honest and made my experience today top all the other times I’ve been here! If this gets back to her, REALLY THANK YOU SO MUCH !!! Keep being you :)”
— Kreatrix5.0a week ago“The staff is great, friendly, and knowledgeable. The store is clean and the animals are well cared for. I highly recommend this store over the big chain stores.”
— Angela Kerr5.0a week ago“SO MUCH ANIMALS and KIND STAFF I DROVE 2 hours and 30 minutes and it is so worth it!!!! THERE IS A LOT OF EXOTICS AND THE STAFF TAKE CARE OF THE ANIMALS MUST COME!!”
— Alex5.04 weeks ago“This place was not for me because the minute I opened the door. All I could smell where the reptiles that they have in there and I have allergies to that stuff but it look like it had a lot of nice stuff but I had to leave so you'd have to visit for yourself”
— Gloria Koch4.0a month ago“Potentially the best reptile shop in the state. Staff are extremely knowledgeable and they have a wide selection of reptile, amphibians, insects, fish, supplies, and more. If they don't have something, they will order it for you. They also do boarding at very reasonable rates!”
— Kelsey Zary5.0a month ago“This place is so great, knowledgeable about their animals and take great care of them. They have such unique and beautiful species as well. They have helped answer my many various questions as a new reptile owner and saved me tons of money on feeding my animals. (You can order bulk from them) i started buying my 2 bearded 1000 crickets in bulk for just 30$! Thats about 1/10th the price of box box stores. Highly recommend.”
— Liz Fernandes5.0a month ago“Nice place to buy animal ❤️”
— Naomi Rodriguez5.02 months ago“Mites, keeps a Rhino Iguana in a confined small cage against basic standards set in the community”
— Anonymous Chameleon1.02 months ago“Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The animals looked happy and very well taken care of. As a new snake owner, this is my shop of choice for product and advice l.”
— Chris Calabrese5.03 months ago“They are great and I showed up late they didn't rush me and was very helpful got a gecko for a great price go check them out !!”
— MICHAEL Farmer5.03 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (860) 674-0160 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Harris In Wonderland.