Ely Aquatics & Reptiles

24/06/2026

24/06/2026

Reposting from yesterday as it’s really important!

10% off all air pumps and accessories and 10% off tank fans.

Dont wait on your online order - come browse and take it away with you today!

🌞🐠 HOT WEATHER & YOUR AQUARIUM 🐠🌞

With the warmer weather arriving, here's a quick guide to keeping your fish safe during a heatwave.

✅ DO:

💨 Increase oxygen levels

* Add an airstone or increase surface movement.
* Warm water holds less oxygen, so extra aeration is important.

🌡 Keep an eye on temperature

* Use a thermometer and check tanks regularly.

🪟 Close curtains or blinds

* Keep direct sunlight off the aquarium.

💡 Turn lights off if needed

* Fish won't mind a shorter day and it helps reduce extra heat.

🧊 Use a fan across the water surface

* Aquarium cooling fans or even a household fan can help lower temperatures.

💧 Top up evaporated water

* Evaporation increases during hot weather.

💦 Carry out small water changes with slightly cooler water if necessary

* Gradual changes are safest.

🚨 In an emergency

* Float a sealed bottle of frozen water in the tank to help bring temperatures down slowly.

❌ DON'T:

❌ Add ice directly to the aquarium.
❌ Suddenly drop the temperature.
❌ Change more than necessary.
❌ Place the tank in direct sunlight.
❌ Switch off filters or air pumps.
❌ Unplug the heater – it won't turn on unless needed and temperatures can drop quickly overnight.

🐠 Remember: Often it's lack of oxygen, rather than the temperature itself, that causes fish the most stress.

Need advice, an extra air pump, cooling fan or just reassurance? Pop in and see us – we're always happy to help! 😊

📍 Ely Aquatics & Reptiles

23/06/2026

Watched eggs do hatch… eventually!!

Our first Leopard Gecko has hatched over night 💕💕💕

23/06/2026

🌞🐠 HOT WEATHER & YOUR AQUARIUM 🐠🌞

With the warmer weather arriving, here's a quick guide to keeping your fish safe during a heatwave.

✅ DO:

💨 Increase oxygen levels

* Add an airstone or increase surface movement.
* Warm water holds less oxygen, so extra aeration is important.

🌡 Keep an eye on temperature

* Use a thermometer and check tanks regularly.

🪟 Close curtains or blinds

* Keep direct sunlight off the aquarium.

💡 Turn lights off if needed

* Fish won't mind a shorter day and it helps reduce extra heat.

🧊 Use a fan across the water surface

* Aquarium cooling fans or even a household fan can help lower temperatures.

💧 Top up evaporated water

* Evaporation increases during hot weather.

💦 Carry out small water changes with slightly cooler water if necessary

* Gradual changes are safest.

🚨 In an emergency

* Float a sealed bottle of frozen water in the tank to help bring temperatures down slowly.

❌ DON'T:

❌ Add ice directly to the aquarium.
❌ Suddenly drop the temperature.
❌ Change more than necessary.
❌ Place the tank in direct sunlight.
❌ Switch off filters or air pumps.
❌ Unplug the heater – it won't turn on unless needed and temperatures can drop quickly overnight.

🐠 Remember: Often it's lack of oxygen, rather than the temperature itself, that causes fish the most stress.

Need advice, an extra air pump, cooling fan or just reassurance? Pop in and see us – we're always happy to help! 😊

📍 Ely Aquatics & Reptiles

23/06/2026

There are only a few remaining spaces for this Saturdays photography morning.

Book now as places cannot be guaranteed on the day without a booking.

Comment below for more info ℹ️

19/06/2026

🏡🌿 Visiting Ely Cathedral's Home & Garden Show this weekend? Don't forget to pay us a visit too! 🌿🏡

Bring a little nature into your home and garden…

🐠 Hundreds of tropical fish
🦎 Friendly reptiles and exotic pets
🌿 Live aquarium and pond plants
🐟 Foods, treatments and accessories
💧 FREE in store water testing (with aquariums purchased from us) and expert advice

✨ HOME & GARDEN SHOW WEEKEND OFFER ✨
Friday & Saturday only

💧 10% OFF all water treatments and conditioners for aquariums and ponds.

Whether you're topping up your pond, treating green water, or simply enjoying a day out in Ely, we'd love to see you!

⭐ Family-run since 2003
⭐ Loyalty cards available – don't forget to get yours stamped!
📍 Easy parking right outside
⏰ Open 10am–5.30pm - it’s a staff training day at school so no afternoon closing today

Why not make a day of it? Visit the Home & Garden Show, then come and discover Ely's hidden underwater world! 🐠💙

18/06/2026

Watched eggs never hatch… right? 🤣
We're impatiently waiting for the next arrivals from our incubators…
🦎 Crested Geckos
🦎 Leopard Geckos
🐍 Cornsnakes
🦎 False Chameleons
We love hatching and raising our own youngsters and it's lovely to see how excited everyone gets too. Our first crested gecko baby this year was snapped up within a week of hatching ❤️
(On hold/reserved in store until it’s old enough to go)
Now… who's placing bets on what will hatch first? 👀🥚🐣

18/06/2026

https://www.facebook.com/100063636125290/posts/1633146038816585/?

Small independent family run businesses need to start thinking together - how can we support each other?

This collaboration is the very first of what I hope will be many!

I have known Vicki almost 10 years - since Toby was born and she did our photos 💕

Sooo have you booked your slot yet?

The last few remaining slots are still available - Book Now!!

Have you booked your slot??

Spaces are limited and have begun to fill!!

Comment below for the booking link ⭐️💕

18/06/2026

☀️ Good morning from Ely Aquatics & Reptiles!

Just a little reminder that we're here today from 10am with all your fish, reptile and pond essentials.

🐠 Tropical fish
🌿 Live plants
🪱 Livefood
🐢 Pond supplies
🦎 Reptile essentials
💧 Free advice and water testing

Need a few bits? Fancy a wander? Battling algae or a problem tank? Pop in and say hello – we're always happy to help ❤️

Family run and supporting local fishkeepers and reptile owners since 2003.

📍 Ely Aquatics & Reptiles
Open today 10am – 3pm then 4pm - 5pm (closed 3-4pm for the school run)