Metazotics Chandler

Metazotics in Chandler, Indiana isn't a fish store — it's a dedicated reptile and amphibian shop, and one of the most highly regarded in the tri-state area. 9-star rating across more than 150 reviews, and the enthusiasm from customers is palpable. The store stocks an impressive range of reptiles — ball pythons, bearded dragons, leopard geckos, California king snakes, and white's tree frogs among them — alongside a robust selection of invertebrates like tarantulas and isopods for bioactive setups.

The feeder selection is a standout: jumbo rats that have drawn visitors from as far as San Diego, plus mice, crickets, feeder worms, and even pre-mixed salads for omnivorous reptiles. One reviewer noted that the feeder worms here are actually alive and healthy, a contrast to competitors selling dead stock. Beyond live animals, the shelves are stocked with substrates, wood, décor, habitats, heating units, and accessories — enough to fully outfit a setup from scratch.

Multiple reviewers describe it as a true one-stop shop for reptile keepers in the southern Indiana region. What sets Metazotics apart is the staff's genuine investment in animal welfare and customer education. Families with young kids leave having learned something new.

First-time reptile owners, like one reviewer who rescued a bearded dragon on short notice, describe patient, detailed guidance on husbandry. The team even accommodated a customer's request to size-match a tree frog for safe cohabitation — a small but telling detail about how seriously they take their work. Metazotics also ships animals, with reviewers praising fast delivery and healthy arrivals.

They maintain a presence at local reptile expos and operate multiple locations, with expansion into Henderson on the horizon. A community food box outside the store adds a neighborly touch that speaks to the shop's character. For reptile and amphibian enthusiasts in the Chandler area, this is the destination.