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Top Spots For Exotic Pets In South Florida

It takes a rare breed of human to own an exotic pet. The dietary needs of exotic animals can be tricky to accommodate as well as finding a proper veterinarian. Nonetheless, there are hundreds of exotic pet owners in the Miami area and if you are in the market for an exotic pet, South Florida has a vast selection of shops and rare animals. Here is where you will find some of the most unusual pets in South Florida.

Monkey/ Exotic Pet
Source: Undergroundreptiles.com

Underground Reptiles

151 North Powerline Road
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
(954) 428-8434
www.undergroundreptiles.com‎

At Underground Reptiles you'll find a large collection of rare amphibians, arachnids, and reptiles. If you can't make the trip to their shop in Deerfield Beach, they ship will just about anything overnight, from an Albino Pacman Frog to a Pinktoe Tarantula. They also offer exotic mammals like Marmoset Monkeys and Chinchillas.

Tropical Fish
Source: Exoticaquariums.com

Exotic Aquariums

7399 Bird Road
Miami, FL 33155-6633
(305) 266-0978
www.exoticaquariums.com‎

If you are a collector of exotic aquatic life, you'll find a wide array of fish from all over the world at Exotic Aquariums in Miami. For over 30-years Exotic Aquariums has provided South Floridians with custom fish tanks and rare saltwater and freshwater fish. The Miami showroom features fish of all sizes and colors swimming in over 15,000 gallons of water.

Gecko
Source: Maryslbpetshop.com‎

Mary's LB Inc.

13295 West Dixie Highway
North Miami, FL 33161
(305) 893-3663
www.maryslbpetshop.com‎

Family owned and operated Mary's LB Pet Shop and has served South Florida for over 23-years. At Mary's you'll find a large selection of birds, reptiles, and other small animals. They also offer a complete line of pet food and pet supplies and pet nutrition consultation.

Exotic Birds
Source: Sinbad's Birds

Simbad's Birds & Pets‎

7201 Bird Road
Miami, FL 33155-6631
(305) 262-6077
www.simbadsbirds.com‎

Simbad's is the place to go if you are looking for an exotic bird. They offer different species of birds from all over the world and will teach you how to care for your new feathered friend. They also ship bird cages and bird supplies nationwide.

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