Nature’s Reef & Reptile is a reptile store in Queens for keepers at every level, from a first gecko to a full habitat upgrade. Come in, meet the animals, and then leave with the right setup before you bring one home.
Animals at our reptile store in Queens
Our animals change with every delivery. So the best way to see what’s here today is to stop by, or first check the new arrivals board. Here’s what we carry:
- Crested geckos, New Caledonian giant geckos and other geckos
- Other lizards, as new deliveries come in
- Turtles and tortoises with shells of 4 inches and up
Looking for a snake or a frog? Ask about an animal, and we’ll tell you what’s in. That way, you won’t make the trip for nothing.
Reptiles that just came in
Nothing posted this week yet. Stock changes with every delivery. Follow along on Instagram, or call to ask what just came in. See our Instagram
Everything for the setup
A healthy reptile starts with the right home. That’s why we carry what you need to keep your pet comfortable and thriving, from bulbs to soil to the right size enclosure. In short, we have everything you need.
- Enclosures and terrariums
- Bulbs and lighting
- Heating
- Substrate and soil
- Décor and hides
- Live and frozen feeders
Build your reptile’s habitat with us
Come build your reptile’s new habitat with us. First, bring your questions, your enclosure size or a photo of your current setup. Then we’ll help you pick the lighting, heat and substrate that fit the animal you keep. Whether it’s your first enclosure or an upgrade, we’ll walk you through it.
Prefer to just drop in? Walk-ins are always welcome.
Live and frozen feeders
Keep your animals fed with live crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms, superworms, waxworms and earthworms. We also carry frozen feeders for snakes and reptiles. For the full list, see our feeders page.
Visit our reptile store in Queens
You’ll find us on Jamaica Avenue in Richmond Hill. Check our hours below, then stop in whenever it suits you.
124-11 Jamaica Ave, Jamaica, NY 11418
| Monday | 11 AM – 7 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM – 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM – 7 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM – 7 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM – 7 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM – 7 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM – 6 PM |
Closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Planning a trip near a holiday? The closures are listed under our hours. For a map and more ways to reach us, see Visit & Contact.
Animals stores can’t sell in New York City
New York City’s Health Code bans keeping or selling many reptiles, including all pythons and boas, monitor lizards, iguanas, tegus, snapping turtles and venomous snakes (Article 161). Federal law also bans selling turtles and tortoises with shells under 4 inches (21 CFR 1240.62).
We only sell animals that are allowed in NYC, and we can’t source, hold or order banned species for anyone. This is general information, not legal advice.
Questions about our reptile store in Queens
Is an animal I saw online still available?
Maybe. Call the store first, or send a quick note from the Ask about an animal page, and we’ll let you know whether it’s still here.
Do I need an appointment?
No. You can walk in anytime we’re open. Want time to talk through a new setup? Send a visit request, and we’ll get back to you to confirm.
Do reptiles carry Salmonella?
Yes. Reptiles can carry Salmonella germs even when they look healthy and clean. So wash your hands with soap and water after you touch a reptile, its food or anything in its habitat (CDC).