About
Imperial Exotics is a Springfield, Massachusetts aquarium store that has earned a strong local reputation since new ownership raised the shop's quality across the board. Longtime customers who returned after a year away describe a clear turnaround — healthier fish, a wider selection, better plant stock, and more gear on the shelves — and that visible improvement is a big part of why the store keeps drawing western Massachusetts fishkeepers back. True to its name, Imperial Exotics leans into tropical and exotic fish, with both freshwater and saltwater species available in Springfield, MA that go well beyond typical big-box fare.
If you're searching for tropical fish for sale near me, the well-maintained tanks here are stocked with active, healthy fish, and the shop also carries rare and hard-to-find species for hobbyists chasing something different. Reptiles and amphibians are part of the mix too, so the store serves more than just aquarium keepers. Live aquarium plants get frequent praise in reviews, making this a dependable stop for anyone building or maintaining a planted tank near Springfield.
Rounding out the livestock is a solid lineup of aquarium supplies, premium equipment, and fish food — enough to make Imperial Exotics a genuine one-stop fish store for the Springfield area. What customers mention most is the staff. Reviewers repeatedly highlight knowledgeable, friendly guidance on species compatibility, tank stocking, and general care, and the shop offers hands-on consultation that helps beginners avoid costly mistakes.
Pricing lands in the fair-for-the-quality range rather than bargain-basement, a balance that keeps people coming back. 7-star reputation through real, visible improvement and genuinely helpful service.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Imperial Exotics in Springfield, MA
Imperial Exotics stocks rare and hard-to-find species, aquarium plants and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in Springfield, MA. As an aquarium store serving Springfield, MA, it also carries aquarium equipment and fish food and offers aquarium consultations.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Improved quality under new ownership with healthier fish and expanded selection
- Well-maintained tanks with active, healthy fish
- Strong selection of live plants and aquarium supplies
- Knowledgeable staff offering compatibility and care advice
- Competitive pricing for quality tropical and exotic fish
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Healthy fish, helpful employees, and sweet kitties, who could ask for anything more 🤗”
— Crystal Zobel5.0a week ago“Best fish in New England”
— Julia Sweeney5.02 months ago“I do have to say it is clean and I love the cats and their fish are healthy and if you need anything or any kind of information there you go to guys and fish🫶🏼”
— Jamie S.5.03 months ago“Cool fish and reptile store. Employees are nice and we're pretty knowledgeable.”
— Kirstin Hoy5.03 months ago“Bought 3 fish - all my fish got ICH”
— Kristina Lapa1.0a week ago“Best of the best i been threw a lot of exotic store near by by far the best in quality and price loved it and very helpful”
— Monica Babilonia5.0a month ago“Places is awesome great selection healthy fish and plants staff is polite and very knowledgeable love the place”
— ruben martinez5.0a month ago“I was looking to add a few colorful fish to my tank and decided to check out this tropical fish store. The place was clean, tanks looked well maintained, and most of the fish seemed healthy and active. The staff was friendly and gave me some good advice on which species could live together peacefully. Prices were fair, not the cheapest but reasonable for the quality. They also had a nice selection of plants and aquarium supplies. Overall, it was a pleasant visit and I’d probably come back again when I’m ready to expand my tank.”
— Pia Falke5.02 months ago“Excellent service and great prices. The staff is beyond helpful. I will definitely be back.”
— Eileen Lynch5.04 months ago“Love this place go there for all my fish needs and food”
— Kevin Hildebrand5.04 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (413) 285-7397 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Imperial Exotics.