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Appalachian Reptiles & Aquatics

4.9(401 reviews)
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Closed· 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
18113 Maugans Ave Suite 100, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Freshwater
Call (301) 465-0891Get DirectionsVisit Website
About Appalachian Reptiles & Aquatics

Tucked into Hagerstown, Maryland, Appalachian Reptiles & Aquatics has grown from what loyal customers remember as a "tiny little hole in the wall" into a thriving destination that draws hobbyists from over an hour away. Owner Josh has built something special here — a dual-focus shop where freshwater aquatics and reptiles share the spotlight, and both departments reflect genuine care for animal health and husbandry. The aquatics section is well-maintained, with clean, properly stocked tanks housing tropical freshwater fish, invertebrates, axolotls, and live aquatic plants.

One longtime customer reported stocking over a thousand gallons of aquariums exclusively with fish and invertebrates from this shop, noting everything arrived healthy and parasite-free. Multiple reviewers mention switching here after bad experiences with chain stores and never looking back — the fish are vibrant, appropriately priced, and consistently healthy. While the reptile side is a major draw — bearded dragons, ball pythons, leopard geckos, king snakes, monitor lizards, Red Eye Crocodile skinks, and jumping spiders all get mentioned — the aquatics inventory holds its own with a solid variety of freshwater species and plants.

The store also carries a full range of supplies, equipment, decorations, and feeders (both live and frozen), often at prices customers say beat the big-box competition. What stands out most in the reviews is the staff's knowledge and willingness to engage. Customers describe receiving specific, practical care advice that outperforms anything they've gotten at corporate pet stores.

The shop floor itself is notably clean — several reviewers comment that it actually smells pleasant, a rarity for a store housing this many live animals. The naturalistic enclosures throughout the store double as inspiration for keepers looking to improve their own setups. 9-star reputation by prioritizing animal welfare, honest guidance, and a shopping experience that keeps people driving long distances to come back twice a month.

What They Offer

Livestock & Products

InvertebratesAxolotlsLive Plants

Services

Consultation

Specializes In

Freshwater
What Makes Them Special
  • Over 1,000 gallons of customer aquariums stocked with healthy freshwater fish, invertebrates, and axolotls from this shop
  • Freshwater aquatic plants and a full range of supplies at prices that beat chain stores
  • Grown from a small storefront into a regional destination drawing customers from over an hour away
  • Exceptionally clean store with naturalistic enclosures and well-maintained fish tanks
  • Knowledgeable owner Josh and staff provide hands-on care advice for both aquatics and reptiles
Customer Reviews
4.9(401)

Alyssa Rugh

2 days ago

Sold me sick fish.

Michele Sheetz

24 reviews

Edited 3 weeks ago

Great selection of tropical fish. The fish always look healthy and are not overpriced. I have been customer since josh first opened the store and have never been disappointed in the service or fish!!

Hayden Cummings

5 reviews

3 weeks ago

i have gotten a leopard gecko and king snake from them. plus bugs and mice the last 2 years. they are nothing but a helpful, supportive, and friendly store!! love this place and glad it’s easily accessible

Anthony Sylvester

15 reviews

3 weeks ago

Awesome store great place to go to staff is pretty nice the owners awesome I've been going there when that store used to be a tiny little hole in the wall to where it is now and how it's grown developed and the care that they show to their animals between the reptiles and the fish place is a real gem in a real dedication to the community they always listen to a customers have to say and they always try to do better to please the customers something I have learned throughout the years going to the store from the beginning to where it is now great place to shop

Christine Lynn

12 reviews

3 weeks ago

I have been regularly coming to this store for almost 2 years now and they are by far my favorite reptile store. I travel over an hour each direction about twice a month to pick up live and frozen feeders all of whom have been of high quality and are well cared for. I have stocked over a thousand gallons of aquariums with their freshwater fish, invertebrates, axolotls, and plants and everything has been healthy and perfect. I have also gotten several lizards from them, including a Red Eye Crocodile skink and a pair of East African Spiny Tail lizards and they were all cared for, parasite free, in good weight and were active and eating beautifully once home. This store is very well stocked with a fun variety of animals suited from beginners up to advanced keepers. The enclosures are always clean and naturalistic, and are well suited for the animals kept in them. The aquatics section is also well maintained, with clean, appropriatly stocked tanks of healthy critters. I've never seen any animal that appears lackluster or sick or covered in ich or has stuck shed etc. The employees are knowledgeable and helpful and the store as a whole is very clean and smells wonderful as soon as you enter. I am thrilled to have found such a wonderful shop that has vibrant, healthy animals along with beautiful, appropriate and clean set ups. Not to mention a great selection of food, supplies and decorations to splurge on. You can't go wrong coming here for any of your reptile/aquatic/invertebrates needs!

Buffie Turner

6 reviews

3 weeks ago

Best local place to buy fish and reptiles. They have a huge selection. All the staff are friendly and helpful. Most of the staff are knowledgeable and can answer all your question. I highly recommend.

Samantha Jelliff

9 reviews

3 weeks ago

Josh and the staff are always friendly and helpful! Great place to go for feeders as well!

Thomas Payne

13 reviews

4 weeks ago

Great place! Currently waiting in bed for them to open so I can get more things for my Ball Python!

Kira Young

5 reviews

4 weeks ago

My ONLY issue with this place is that I can't buy all the scaled cuties (like the adorable Agama or the red beardies that are WELL cared for). My snake, Hyde, is very particular about the kind of rats he'll eat (Okay. Flat out, he's slightly racist. He wasn't taught this and it makes me quite upset that he's like that. We've tried to teach him better). They've never questioned his peculiarity and always seem to find the perfect sized rat for him. I make the 45 min drive twice a month and it's well worth it. Keep up the good work, guys (and gals!). 💚

Justin

4 weeks ago

My family has been using Appalachian consistently for feeders for our ball python for months and have always been pleased.

Frequently Asked Questions about Appalachian Reptiles & Aquatics

Note: Store information and services may change. Always call (301) 465-0891 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Appalachian Reptiles & Aquatics.

Hours & Contact
Monday:11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday:11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday:11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday:11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday:11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday:11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday:11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Phone

(301) 465-0891

Website

www.reptilesandaquatics.com/

Address

18113 Maugans Ave Suite 100, Hagerstown, MD 21740

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