Jungle Bob's Reptile World

Reptile Breeder in Selden, New York

4.2(52 reviews)
(631) 737-6474984 Middle Country Rd, Selden, NY 11784View on Yelp
Jungle Bob's Reptile World - reptile breeding in Selden, NY

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About Jungle Bob's Reptile World

Jungle Bob's Reptile World has been a fixture in Selden, NY, earning a 4.2-star rating from 52 reviewers on Long Island. Located in Suffolk County, the shop draws customers from across the Island who want a full-service reptile and aquarium destination without driving into New York City. Selden sits roughly between Stony Brook and Medford, making it accessible from a broad stretch of Long Island's central corridor. With over 50 reviews, the shop has a track record that reflects consistent service and a wide enough inventory to keep hobbyists and families coming back.

Services

Reptile Shops
Aquarium Services
Pet Adoption

Services & Process

Jungle Bob's covers reptile sales, aquarium services, and pet adoption, which makes it one of the more well-rounded options on Long Island. The aquarium services side includes tank setup, water testing, equipment sales, and likely maintenance guidance for both freshwater and saltwater systems. On the reptile side, customers can purchase animals, enclosures, lighting, heating, and live or frozen feeders. The pet adoption component suggests the shop may work with rescue animals or rehomed reptiles, giving customers a path to ownership that doesn't always require buying new.

Service Area

Jungle Bob's Reptile World serves customers throughout Suffolk County and the broader Long Island area from its Selden, NY location. Hobbyists from Smithtown, Coram, Port Jefferson, and Patchogue regularly make the trip. The shop's central Suffolk location also makes it a reasonable destination for reptile and aquarium enthusiasts coming from Nassau County.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Jungle Bob's offer reptiles available for adoption?
Yes, the shop's pet adoption category indicates they work with rehomed or rescued reptiles. Adopting from a shop like this can be a great option if you want a slightly older animal that's already eating well and adjusted to captivity.
What aquarium services does a shop like this typically provide?
Services usually include tank setup consultations, water testing, equipment recommendations, and livestock sales for both freshwater and marine systems. Some shops also help with troubleshooting algae issues, cycling new tanks, and identifying sick fish.
Is Long Island a good area for finding reptile supplies and specialty livestock?
Suffolk County has a solid hobbyist community, and shops like Jungle Bob's serve that demand with more variety than a typical big-box pet store. You'll find species and products that simply aren't available at chain retailers.
What reptiles are good choices for families with young children?
Bearded dragons and leopard geckos are consistently recommended for families because they're docile, easy to handle, and respond well to regular interaction. Staff can help you match a species to your children's ages and your household's activity level.
Can I get my aquarium water tested at the shop?
Most full-service aquarium shops offer water testing, either free or for a small fee, and will explain what the results mean for your tank's health. Bring a water sample in a clean container, ideally collected from mid-tank depth.
What should I set up before bringing a reptile home from the shop?
Have the enclosure fully built and running at the correct temperature and humidity for at least 24 hours before the animal arrives. Staff can walk you through a basic setup checklist so your new pet isn't sitting in a cold or improperly lit tank on its first night home.

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