About
Exotics & Aquatics is a beloved mom-and-pop pet shop in Bayonne, NJ, where owner Laura has built a loyal following that drops in weekly — not just for supplies, but to say hello and visit the animals. Reviewers name her again and again, crediting her patient, hands-on guidance with everything from a first leopard gecko to a first freshwater tank. One first-time reptile owner wrote that Laura "made me feel right at home," even offering to keep answering care questions afterward.
That personal touch is what regulars say sets this Bayonne shop apart from any big-box store. While the storefront leans exotic — ball pythons, bearded dragons, chameleons, tortoises, ferrets, guinea pigs, rabbits, isopods, and a cast of friendly birds including cockatiels and a resident cockatoo — the aquatics side is real and growing. Shoppers find a solid selection of freshwater fish for sale in Bayonne, NJ, alongside the tanks, food, and supplies to keep them thriving.
One longtime regular says the store always has "whatever you need for your fish," and another credited the shop with making their dream of keeping pea puffers a reality. If you have been searching for pea puffers, hermit crabs, or freshwater fish near me, this is a genuine local fish store run by people who actually keep the hobby. Laura is also known for the best feeder prices around — crickets and mega worms that bring reptile keepers back week after week.
The atmosphere is warm and a little lively: kids beg to visit, and customers linger to interact with the resident turtle and the chatty birds that greet you at the door. Animals are kept in clean, spacious enclosures, and several reviewers specifically noted how healthy and well-socialized they look. For Bayonne residents who want an attentive, knowledgeable fish store and exotic pet shop rolled into one — the kind of place where the owner remembers your name and your tank — Exotics & Aquatics delivers the real, in-person experience.
Stop in, ask questions, and let Laura help you get a freshwater tank started right.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Exotics & Aquatics in Bayonne, NJ
Exotics & Aquatics stocks pufferfish, invertebrates and freshwater fish for sale in Bayonne, NJ. As a fish store serving Bayonne, NJ, it also offers aquarium consultations.
- Livestock & products
- PuffersInvertebrates
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Pea puffers and freshwater fish for sale with hands-on stocking advice from owner Laura
- Owner Laura widely praised for patient, knowledgeable care guidance for first-timers
- Best local prices on feeder insects like crickets and mega worms
- Diverse exotic animals on display — ball pythons, chameleons, tortoises, and friendly birds
- Clean, spacious enclosures and a lively, family-friendly walk-in atmosphere
From keepers
Customer reviews
“They have rabbits, birds, snakes and fish ! You also get to interact with the animals that are from the shop like the turtle and the a beautiful bird that likes to interact with you. I recommend !”
— jess travel4.04 weeks ago“Always good. So much variety. Whatever you need for your fish they always got and the staff are very friendly to me and even more my son. Thank you”
— RONALD OKAYO5.0a month ago“I LOVE MY COCKATIEL CHILDREN 🥹”
— amyia garcia5.0a month ago“Simply, frankly amazing!!!”
— Spencer Paul5.02 months ago“Friendly and welcoming staff! My kid enjoyed the visit every time.”
— Maor T.5.02 months ago“Love this place!! Amazing vibes !”
— Shantal Diaz5.02 months ago“Disculpa quiero hacer una pregunta aquí tienen serpientes de trompa de cerdo o se la conoce como Heterodon nasicus Excuse me, I’d like to ask a question: do you have hognose snakes here—also known as *Heterodon nasicus*?”
— Doblejota Valencia5.02 months ago“Sick spot and highly knowledgeable owner, will definitely come back!”
— Kenneth Coughlin5.02 months ago“I love the customer service 💖”
— maria olivares5.04 months ago“I recently and unexpectedly acquired a leopard gecko. And as a truly first time reptile parent I had no clue what to do. Laura the owner was lovely. She made me feel right at home and put me at ease, told me what to do, what to expect and even told me to reach out to her via Instagram messenger if I needed anymore help at all. This was my first time coming to this shop and I was blown away. You can see just how much they love and care for their animals. I’m 100% coming back here. Laura was super knowledgeable with a great sense of humor. 10/10. Prices are also very reasonable !”
— Darlene Rodriguez5.04 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (201) 443-8050 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Exotics & Aquatics.