--- type: store name: "Ellicottville Aquatics LLC. Pet Store" city: "Great Valley" state: "NY" rating: 4.6 reviews: 264 url: https://www.fishstores.org/new-york/great-valley/ellicottville-aquatics-llc-pet-store --- # Ellicottville Aquatics LLC. Pet Store Fish store in Great Valley, New York - **Address**: 4343 S Whalen Rd, Great Valley, NY 14741, Great Valley, NY, 14741 - **Phone**: (716) 265-2857 - **Website**: [evillpetstore.com/](http://evillpetstore.com/) - **Rating**: 4.6/5 (264 reviews) ## Hours | Day | Hours | | --- | --- | | Monday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | | Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | | Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | | Thursday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | | Friday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | | Saturday | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | | Sunday | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | ## About Tucked into Great Valley, New York, Ellicottville Aquatics LLC is a family-run operation that has evolved into a sprawling multi-department retail destination — part pet store, part outdoor outfitter, and even part ice cream stop. At its core, though, the aquatics department remains the draw for fish enthusiasts across the region, with customers regularly driving an hour or more to browse the selection. The freshwater section features a solid lineup of community tank staples — neon tetras, guppies, gouramis, and various guppy patterns — alongside freshwater plants and snails for planted tank enthusiasts. The saltwater side carries corals, live rock, and marine fish, and at least one customer credited the staff with helping them set up a complete saltwater system, including an in-home installation. That kind of hands-on service, from tank setup to ongoing consultation, sets this store apart from big-box alternatives in the surrounding area. Staff member Skyler gets regular shoutouts for product knowledge and genuine helpfulness, and the owner is frequently praised for honest pricing and willingness to answer endless questions. The dry goods aisles stock filters, equipment, medications, and fish food across several shelving rows — enough to satisfy most freshwater and saltwater needs without ordering online. Beyond aquatics, the store houses a reptile department with bearded dragons, tortoises, geckos, and more, plus birds like parakeets and small mammals including hedgehogs. The recent expansion into hunting, fishing tackle, and firearms has been a double-edged sword — some longtime customers feel the pet side has lost a step as attention shifts to the new departments. A handful of reviewers have also flagged concerns about animal health and enclosure conditions, so inspecting livestock carefully before purchase is wise. For aquarists in the Great Valley and Ellicottville corridor, this store fills a genuine gap. The coral selection, freshwater variety, and willingness to do in-home installations make it worth the trip, especially if you catch the staff on a good day. ## Specializations - **Water Types**: Freshwater, Saltwater - **Livestock & Products**: Corals, Tetras, Livebearers, Live Plants, Invertebrates, Dry Goods, Aquarium Equipment - **Services**: Tank Setup, Delivery, Consultation - **Known For**: Premium Equipment, Knowledgeable Staff, Good Prices ## Highlights - In-home saltwater tank setup and installation service - Coral and live rock selection for saltwater reef hobbyists - Freshwater plants and snails for planted tank setups - Staff member Skyler praised for knowledgeable fish guidance - Regional destination — customers drive 1+ hours to shop ## Customer Reviews **"David Hogestyn"** - 2/5 - a week ago > His feeder fish has ick I added no other fish to my tanks has my fish started eating the feeders I noticed white spots on my fish I treated them but it was too late **"Vincent Sluga"** - 5/5 - 2 months ago > my redheaded buddy works there and he's a hoot but this place has everything you need for the fishes. Prices seem reasonable across the board and I am not a huge aquatics guru by any means but this store would be the one to change that. They have filters, fresh and salt water equipment, numerous species and a few rows of shelves filled with stuff. **"jeremy Rung"** - 1/5 - 2 months ago > Not the greatest place! They have a decent dry goods selection.....but not much in the way of saltwater ......also!!! Very unprofessional!!! Nothing pisses you more than when you fly all the way to a place on friday..... for them to be closed 15 mins. Early!!!!! My last resort! **"Tammy Furlow"** - 5/5 - 4 months ago > It was closed when I stopped at the ice cream place but I would love to come and look again when it's open looked nice inside **"Cassie Boggs"** - 1/5 - 7 months ago > I bought a hedgehog from this place not too long ago. They had him in horrible conditions, even for a pet store- and I've had to take him to multiple vet appointment since. They didnt inform me that his nails were overgrown or his eye was damaged, and he appears to be very sick. 200 dollars for a sick pet is ridiculous. **"Rhonda Miller"** - 1/5 - 7 months ago > Bad place **"Larena Attwell"** - 5/5 - 8 months ago > Amazing staff **"turtlehen"** - 5/5 - 10 months ago > Nice remodel. **"Emily B"** - 5/5 - a year ago > Always have the supplies we need for the reptiles. Knowledgeable staff and able to assist across the store **"Kelly Jones"** - 2/5 - a year ago > Doing renovations. Looks like they are passing out the pet store in place of an ice cream shop, gun shop, and fitness center. Was quite disappointed. ## Nearby Stores - [Aquatic Haven](https://www.fishstores.org/new-york/fulton/aquatic-haven) - Fulton, NY - 5.0/5 - [CapitalCorals Research & Restoration](https://www.fishstores.org/new-york/albany/capitalcorals-research-and-restoration) - Albany, NY - 5.0/5 - [City Island Aquarium Tropical Fish Sales](https://www.fishstores.org/new-york/bronx/city-island-aquarium-tropical-fish-sales) - Bronx, NY - 5.0/5 - [Dynamic Tank Design](https://www.fishstores.org/new-york/freeport/dynamic-tank-design) - Freeport, NY - 5.0/5 - [Fluid Dynamics Aquarium Services and Store](https://www.fishstores.org/new-york/deer-park/fluid-dynamics-aquarium-services-and-store) - Deer Park, NY - 5.0/5 - [Island Fish and Scale](https://www.fishstores.org/new-york/commack/island-fish-and-scale) - Commack, NY - 5.0/5 --- *Source: [FishStores.org](https://www.fishstores.org/new-york/great-valley/ellicottville-aquatics-llc-pet-store)* *Last updated: February 7, 2026*