--- type: store name: "Ethan's Exotic Pets & Aquatics (formerly Aquatic Planet)" city: "Greenwood" state: "SC" rating: 5 reviews: 56 url: https://www.fishstores.org/south-carolina/greenwood/ethans-exotic-pets-and-aquatics-formerly-aquatic-planet --- # Ethan's Exotic Pets & Aquatics (formerly Aquatic Planet) Fish store in Greenwood, South Carolina - **Address**: 714 Montague Ave suite b, Greenwood, SC 29649, Greenwood, SC, 29649 - **Phone**: (864) 332-9030 - **Website**: [www.facebook.com/people/Ethans-Exotic-Pets-Aquatics/61577610044982/#](https://www.facebook.com/people/Ethans-Exotic-Pets-Aquatics/61577610044982/#) - **Rating**: 5.0/5 (56 reviews) ## Hours | Day | Hours | | --- | --- | | Monday | 12:00 – 6:00 PM | | Tuesday | 12:00 – 6:00 PM | | Wednesday | Closed | | Thursday | 12:00 – 6:00 PM | | Friday | 12:00 – 6:00 PM | | Saturday | 12:00 – 6:00 PM | | Sunday | Closed | ## About Tucked into Greenwood, South Carolina, Ethan's Exotic Pets & Aquatics (formerly Aquatic Planet) has evolved into the kind of family-run shop that people happily drive an hour to reach. Under newer ownership, the store has undergone a visible transformation — reviewers consistently note how clean the tanks are and how well-cared-for the animals look, a stark contrast to what you'd find at big-box competitors. The freshwater selection is the main draw and it runs deep. Alongside staples like guppies, goldfish, and bettas (each kept in individual tanks), you'll find harder-to-source species like rope fish and blue crayfish — the kind of stock that makes hobbyists do a double-take. Healthy shrimp, snails, and a solid variety of aquatic plants round out the aquatic inventory. While saltwater fish and corals are no longer kept on the floor, the store will order them on request. What truly sets this shop apart is the owner's hands-on approach to customer education. Multiple reviewers describe long, patient conversations about tank setup — which fish coexist peacefully, the right filters, proper care routines. One couple credits the shop with helping them build a thriving 25-fish community tank and says they keep adding aquariums because the hobby became so enjoyable. Another customer drove 40 minutes past closer alternatives because nowhere else matched the quality of advice and livestock. Beyond fish, Ethan's lives up to its exotic pets billing. The shop carries lizards, snakes, tortoises (including sulcata hatchlings), skinks, birds, prairie dogs, mini pigs, rabbits, guinea pigs, and feeder mice — the closest source within an hour's drive, according to one reviewer. A resident water monitor named Vader greets shoppers and adds character to an already welcoming atmosphere. Prices are consistently praised as fair, the store is spotless, and the staff genuinely cares about matching animals to the right homes. For freshwater enthusiasts in the Upstate region, this is the real deal. ## Specializations - **Water Types**: Freshwater, Saltwater - **Livestock & Products**: Live Plants, Bettas, Goldfish, Invertebrates, Shrimp, Rare Species, Livebearers - **Services**: Tank Setup, Consultation - **Known For**: Reptiles & Amphibians, Premium Equipment, Knowledgeable Staff, Great Selection ## Highlights - Hard-to-find freshwater species like rope fish and blue crayfish - Extensive exotic pet selection including mini pigs, sulcata tortoises, and skinks - Owner provides in-depth, patient consultations on tank setup and fish compatibility - Cleanest fish tanks in Greenwood with notably healthy livestock - Customers regularly drive 35-60 minutes to shop here over closer alternatives ## Customer Reviews **"Nick H"** - 5/5 - 3 weeks ago > Knowledgeable helpful staff, true animal lovers. Personal anecdote, our corn snake seems highly partial to the pinkies they keep in stock (over the big box store we got them from before). Support small local businesses! **"Pattie Lewis"** - 5/5 - 2 months ago > Etan and his family are amazing **"Marie Gibson"** - 5/5 - 2 months ago > The guy working here was super nice and took a lot of time with my kids answering their many questions and even let them hold a bunny. They have so very many different animals and different species. Examples: fish(saltwater and freshwater), lizards, turtles, birds, snakes, prairie dogs, pigs, spiders, rats, guinea pigs, rabbits and everything in between. Also if your interested in something other than what they have they can definitely get it for you even possums and raccoons. He was so very knowledgeable. Great experience **"Holly Hendrix"** - 5/5 - Edited 3 months ago > Love this pet store! they take very good care of their animals and have all the information you need to care well for your own fish! over the past few months i’ve purchased a mini pig, hatchling sulcata tortoise, and a blue crayfish, as well as few cool other fish. they have made great additions to our family, and they have all stayed healthy and thrived in our home. I believe the success is because the animals were all started off great and cared for well by Ethan’s. **"Blake Dixon"** - 5/5 - 4 months ago > Great selection to choose from with a wide variety! Staff is very friendly and helpful! **"Cindy R"** - 5/5 - 4 months ago > Very nice. Helped with all my needs **"Tracy Powell"** - 5/5 - 5 months ago > Very friendly and informative! Staff were very knowledgeable and friendly! **"monique bagwell"** - 5/5 - 6 months ago > Wonderful local business to buy supplies for your exotic pets or to find your next one! Ethan is knowledgeable, helpful, and cares for the exotics. Shop is clean, organized, and welcoming! He carries a wide variety of fish, rabbits, birds, turtles, reptiles, feeders, etc..! Be sure to say Hi to VADER his amazing Water Monitor while you shop! **"Cr0wbar_Cobra"** - 5/5 - 6 months ago > Amazing place! I just bought skink from them, amazing service, lots of selection, and I would definitely recommend to help support them as a local business instead of pet stores! **"Marie Ellis"** - 5/5 - 6 months ago > The new owner is amazing. I love my new fish! He is very knowledgeable! ## Nearby Stores - [Alendry Whole Pet](https://www.fishstores.org/south-carolina/north-charleston/alendry-whole-pet) - North Charleston, SC - 4.9/5 - [Aquaman's Coral Cave](https://www.fishstores.org/south-carolina/moncks-corner/aquamans-coral-cave) - Moncks Corner, SC - 4.9/5 - [The Creature Room](https://www.fishstores.org/south-carolina/columbia/the-creature-room) - Columbia, SC - 4.9/5 - [Zac's Reef](https://www.fishstores.org/south-carolina/easley/zacs-reef) - Easley, SC - 4.9/5 - [Ocean Realms](https://www.fishstores.org/south-carolina/goose-creek/ocean-realms) - Goose Creek, SC - 4.8/5 - [Palmetto Reef](https://www.fishstores.org/south-carolina/west-columbia/palmetto-reef) - West Columbia, SC - 4.8/5 --- *Source: [FishStores.org](https://www.fishstores.org/south-carolina/greenwood/ethans-exotic-pets-and-aquatics-formerly-aquatic-planet)* *Last updated: February 7, 2026*