About
EP Exotics has been a fixture on El Paso's exotic-pet scene for well over 15 years, the kind of independent, mom-and-pop fish store that pulls regulars away from the PetSmarts and PetCos of the world. While the shop is best known for its reptiles, its freshwater fish section and wall of aquarium supplies have built a loyal following among local fishkeepers, and reviewers regularly note you can find everything you need to get a tank started here, from filters and tanks to the livestock itself. If you're hunting for freshwater fish for sale in El Paso, TX, this is a genuine local alternative, with hardy community staples like guppies and gold rams alongside supplies for axolotl keepers (yes, people really do come in asking about pink axolotls).
One customer recently stopped in and walked out with new fish for their backyard pond, so pond fish near me searches land here too. The atmosphere is part fish store, part small zoo. Tanks share the floor with corn snakes, ball pythons, leopard geckos, tortoises, pixie frogs, tarantulas, regal jumping spiders, emperor scorpions, and the occasional parrot or display bunny that kids are invited to pet.
Feeders are a destination in their own right, with fresh crickets that, as one regular put it, "last longer than anybody else," plus super worms and hopper mice for turtles and reptiles. What keeps people coming back is the staff. Names like Mayra, Mike, Frank, Nate, and Justin come up again and again, along with the long-haired employee who patiently walks newcomers through snake species and lizard tanks.
These are animal people who make sure you understand what you're buying before you buy it, not salespeople reading care sheets. Enclosures are consistently described as clean and the animals as healthy and well cared for, prices beat the big-box chains, and the store now even boards pets. For El Paso's aquarium and exotic-pet community, EP Exotics is the local shop that earned its reputation one knowledgeable conversation at a time.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at EP Exotics in El Paso, TX
EP Exotics stocks axolotls, invertebrates and freshwater & pond fish for sale in El Paso, TX. As a fish store serving El Paso, TX, it also carries dry goods and aquarium equipment and offers aquarium consultations and fish boarding.
- Livestock & products
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Independent freshwater fish section plus full aquarium supplies — everything you need to get a tank started
- Freshwater staples like guppies and gold rams, pond fish, and axolotl supplies available in El Paso, TX
- Fresh, long-lasting feeders: crickets, super worms, and hopper mice
- Knowledgeable, named staff (Mayra, Mike, Frank, Nate, Justin) who make sure you understand each purchase
- Clean enclosures, healthy animals, pet boarding, and prices that beat the big-box chains
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Great place, very friendly people.”
— Tristen Maxwell5.0a day ago“Great communication via they're Facebook. Found exactly what we were looking for and all our questions were answered.”
— Iliana's Creations and DIY's5.05 days ago“Hello I have a question do you guys sell pink oxolotl I wanna buy one”
— Sophia Martinez5.0a week ago“Super friendly staff”
— Joe5.0a week ago“Worst place!!! Waited over 25 minutes without anyone willing to help!!! Total waste of time!!!”
— Albert Carreon1.0a week ago“He was so helpful, he answer all my questions..”
— Lourdes Cisneros Chavez5.03 weeks ago“Wonderful staff and reptiles! This is where we get crickets for my son's frogs, and every time we go we get great service! They have bunnies on display today and they're allowing customers to pet them :)”
— Jessica Parker5.04 weeks ago“Last week had a concern with my ball python and so grateful 🙏🏽 some of your staff members took the time to help find a solution. Thank you so much, forever a customer!”
— Veronica Diaz5.0a month ago“These guys are great. Always friendly always helpful. Their prices are awesome and it’s fun to go look. They know what they’re talking about. All you have to do is ask Them. Their supplies of feeders are fresh. Their crickets last longer than anybody else. Check them out you’ll enjoy it. It’s almost like going to the zoo to look at all of the different Reptiles that they have. I love going To get my Supplies there. You will too.”
— Brenda Norman5.0a month ago“If you have never been into this pet store there has been something missing in your life and they have it! From fish to exotic lizards, snakes, spiders, scorpions and even farm animals 😮 they definitely bring Pet Care to the next level!!!”
— jack herrera5.0Edited a month ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (915) 757-7750 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting EP Exotics.