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Underground Reptiles has a rating of 3.1 stars from 677 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Underground Reptiles most frequently mention customer service, next day, and new home. Underground Reptiles ranks 17th among Pets sites.

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Top Positive Review

“Great place to do business with”

Hazel H.
6/6/20

We had awesome customer service and no issues whatsoever, unlike previous place. My son received his crabs within 18 hours of ordering them, they are alive and healthy and he is so happy, will only use them from now on.

Top Critical Review

“Tokay not okay”

James A.
7/13/24

If feel dumb and deceived for trusting this website and shame on me for not looking at reviews before I ordered. I surprised my wife with a Tokay Gecko, was so excited and relieved him with in 24 hrs of ordering. Upon arrival he was extremely skinny and very underweight. Being reptile owners we were upset but sprung into action and did everything possible to bring him back. He was 12 inches and only weighed 68gr. Being that long and age he should have been close to 120g at least. Not knowing anything about his living conditions prior we just figured of course they didn't feed them well. We got him in his enclosure and gave him about 4-5 days to acclimate to his home. During the time we gave him crickets, supermorms and roaches. He would strike but not eat or put it in his mouth shake and spit them out. After day 5 we decided to take the chance and get him out. We'd get him to open his mouth and toss in a worm here and there. We thought it was a win because he ate them. The problem after handling him he was so weak so we'd put him back and give him a couple days. This went on for a day short of a month when he passed away while trying to feed him. My heart breaks because we pour 1000% into our babies and we could not save him. We thought he was getting better and moving more but in the end we believe he was just hanging onto a string. I feel so sad, mad and down right heart broken about losing Arceus. He will forever be a God to us but we will never tell anyone to buy from Underground reptiles and will be deleting anything to do with them. NEVER BUY FROM THEM EVER!

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Thumbnail of user kendrap63
Pennsylvania
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July 7th, 2021

Purchased a veiled chameleon, whip scorpion and moon crab from underground reptiles. Shipping was FAST, ACCURATE and company communication was FANTASTIC!
Very, very pleased with the quality, friendliness and health of the animals! It's always a bit nerving when ordering, sight unseen, online... let alone purchasing live animals. I've been to reptile expos... disgusting, cruel and sick animals. I will ONLY ever deal with underground reptiles! They have my upmost respect and you can bet... I'll be recommending them! Don't play around with chain stores like Petco or PetSmart... do it right the first time. Go to underground reptiles!

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Thumbnail of user michaela2276
Florida
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July 11th, 2020

In the last 2 weeks we've received 2 tegus, one a female argentine, the other a male chocoan. They both arrived the following day. Each animal was/ is very healthy, active and friendly. It's obvious that the people at underground reptiles absolutely love these animals just as much as we do. We will definitely be ordering again.

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UGR A. – Underground Reptiles Rep

Thank you for purchasing our tegus Michael. We work hard all year round to be able to provide our customers with the best quality tegus they can find. We look forward to hearing from you again :)

Thumbnail of user williamp1013
Maryland
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November 20th, 2019

Underground reptiles is a horrible service. I have ordered countless reptiles and every time they have showed up on my doorstep they have arrived dead. They will not refund me any of my money and and I would never recommend to anyone to ever buy from this company. Underground reptiles is a horrible service. I have ordered countless reptiles and every time they have showed up on my doorstep they have arrived dead. They will not refund me any of my money and I would never recommend to anyone to ever buy from this company. Their customer service as well is horrible. They do not live up to how they are portrayed.

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UGR A. – Underground Reptiles Rep

Hi William, your first order for the Abronia Graminea did arrive deceased, which is why we worked with you to shipped out a replacement. You told us you would like us shipping on 11/18/19. UPS attempted their first delivery at 10:18 on 11/19/19 but no one was at the delivery address to sign for the animal. When a first delivery attempt is missed we are unable to cover the shipment with our live arrival guarantee. We are still happy to work with you in the future. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.

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Wyoming
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July 4th, 2020

We ordered 3 little southern toads. They arrived quickly and were alert. One seemed a tad off at first and was a bit smaller so likely this was due to stress. The little one picked back up after a good soak and some crickets. Fingers crossed for the little fellow although I'm sure hes going to be fine! The other 2 were fiesty and easily fed on the crickets offered. All were alert and readily explored their new environment. I was incredibly worried to have an animal shipped in any way but am so happy we chose underground reptiles! Definitely reccomend and they have gained our trust for all our exotic and herp needs!

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Christina, Please keep us updates on how the toad is doing. We are so glad we were able to earn your trust and business! Please give us a call if you have any questions or concerns

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Wisconsin
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August 20th, 2020

I have to admit I was anxious that he wouldn't be alive when he got here but everything was packaged very well and my marine toad came in good shape. He seems very happy and healthy. I definitely recommend buying from here.

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Thank you for your recommendation Lexi! We pack our animals with care and treat them as our own. Please let us know if you have any questions

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Pennsylvania
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May 28th, 2020

Sooo in love with my baby turtle. He was shipped and delivered super fast. I called to confirm my order and they were super polite and helpful. When it arrived it was live and active, beautiful shell! Sooo perfect! Thanks a bunch

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He looks to be loving his new home Monica! The setup looks great. Thank you very much for your business

Thumbnail of user juanp166
Florida
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October 18th, 2019

Order received on 10/10/2019 at 1030am 1 Sulcata 2 Russian tortoise one was very sick and notified at 2pm same day all that i get is hard time from them and he blame the light (zoo med basking spot lamp is 4 in one) turtle died in 2 days. First time and last time buyer my advice is buy local. I have turtles for 10 years no problem

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UGR A. – Underground Reptiles Rep

Hi Juan, we did review your order issue report but had major concerns for how your tortoises were being cared for since the pictures of the setup you sent us shows the 2 different species living together. Russian tortoises and sulcata tortoises come from very different climates and should be kept separate so as to have a setup which is specific to their environment needs.

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Georgia
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June 16th, 2020

My turtle came very poor and malnourished looking but not dead. After two days, my new baby turtle died. When I contacted them about it, all they said was well sense it wasn't dead on arrival they couldn't give me a full refund and only offered to send another at a discounted price and discounted shipping. So yeah, won't be buying from them again.

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UGR A. – Underground Reptiles Rep

We are very sorry to hear about this. Can you provide me with your order number? I cannot find that name in our system

Thumbnail of user laurenp243
Florida
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August 22nd, 2020

I ordered a few thousand meal worms and a beautiful male rainbow Jackson chameleon. In the blink of an eye it was all on my front porch first thing in the morning. The chameleon is absolutely gorgeous and so friendly well fed and beautiful horns. He came right out of the container and went right into his reptibreeze. He didn't want to eat but he looked so well fed right out of the package that I figured he wouldn't feed. The mealworms seem great and honestly the best I've gotten in a long time. Active beautiful very happy with my whole order. We will definitely be ordering more from this company! Absolutely impressed with the pricing and the fast efficient shipping and contact! Have already recommended you to our local reptile chapter!

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Thank you for sharing your experience with us Lauren. It was a pleasure doing business with you. We are happy to hear how satisfied you are wiith your new chameleon and our feeders option. Please reach out if you need anything in the future.

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Texas
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May 24th, 2020

This is the second time I have purchased from this company, before I purchased a Venezuelan Sun Tiger from them, she is doing great!

The pede i purchased from them is doing great even though I havent seen it since in its new enclosure, which im guessing is a good thing.

Will def do business again with them anything related to reptiles or inverts!

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UGR A. – Underground Reptiles Rep

Hi Tasha, it sounds like your new millipede is enjoying its new home so much it doesn't even want to come out :) Thanks so much for ordering from us. We look forward to serving you more in the future.

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New Hampshire
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September 24th, 2020

My scorpion came perfectly packaged and healthy. He began eating shorty after arrival and he's still doing great.

Androctonus Bicolor is a very difficult species of scorpion to find. Underground Reptiles is the only vendor I've ever found that had this species. Kudos to UR.

A representative called me just after the scorpion arrived to make sure all was well. Excellent customer service!

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UGR A. – Underground Reptiles Rep

We are thrilled ot hear how much you love your new scorpion. If you need anything in the future please reach out. Please let us know if you have any questions.

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New York
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July 8th, 2020

Wanted to buy some beautiful Northern Red Belly turtles and I decided to give Underground Reptiles a first time shot. Web page was easy to follow. Checkout was fast and easy. Price's were good. Shipping was was overnight and my baby turtles arrived next day safe and sound. Couldn't have been happier with service. I recommend buying from Underground Reptiles.

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UGR A. – Underground Reptiles Rep

Peter, Thank you for the recommendation! We are thrilled to hear about your experience with us. Please let us know if you have any questions. Enjoy your new turtles :)

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Texas
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August 20th, 2020

I was very excited ordering and then receiving my tegu. I called about 4 times to check in to make sure everything went through and they were nice every time. They check in once it's delivered as well. I will be buying all my reptiles from underground.

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Corey, We are thrilled to have earned your business. We look forward to providing you with more great animals in the future. Thank you!

Thumbnail of user abrahaml54
Kentucky
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December 15th, 2021

Idk if she lied to me but when I called to cancel my order they told me it's been shipped. But when I received tracking information it said it's been picked up by usps 5 hrs later after I called. I had bought a12$ item but the shipping was 18$ for a five day delivery!

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Florida
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July 9th, 2015

He is very knowledgeable about his animals and will address all questions immediately and respectfully. We have gotten two dart frogs from him (planning on more!) the very first was DOA and he offered me a replacement of equal or lesser value. I got the new frog very quickly, well and alive. A few months later I got another and it was alive on the first try! I plan on purchasing tarantulas, snakes, and a few more frogs from him. He packages his animals well and according to the weather. I love that he offers gift certificates as well as feeders and some supplies on his site all together! Convenient!

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There are mixed reviews about them, so this is one you must trust your gut on. I have no problem trusting them but in the end you must make the choice thats right for YOU! :)

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Hi B. V., thanks so much for your great review!

Thumbnail of user austina74
Georgia
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August 14th, 2020

My order was delivered when it was suppose to be, and the contents arrived frozen. Not even a little bit thawed. The packaging was great and they definitely know what they are doing shipping frozen contents! Very happy!

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UGR A. – Underground Reptiles Rep

We do ship with dry ice to keep everything frozen until it arrives to you. Thank you for utilizing our frozen feeders option. We look foward to continuing doing business with you.

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District of Columbia
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July 15th, 2020

Had a great experience buying from UGreptiles. I ordered a male hognose and decided shortly afterwards that I would prefer a female. I called in and they were able to change it for me with no issues. They also contacted to know about shipping options as it was too hot to ship to my home. Overall: Excellent service and an active, healthy animal.

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UGR A. – Underground Reptiles Rep

For thre animals safety we always check your local tempertures to make sure they are within our parameters. If they are not we call to go over other options. Thank you very much for your business. Please let us know if you have any questions.

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South Carolina
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July 3rd, 2020

My experience with underground reptiles couldn't be better so far. Ordered my babies yesterday about noon and they were here about 10 this morning. I got a text they were shipped. A text they were being shipped to me a couple hrs before they got here and a text after I received them that they were delivered ( I already had them) everyone seems healthy and active, but they are in their quarantine tanks. Over all great experience.

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Thank you so much for your order Judy! Text alerts are great feature that we offer. We appreciate you sharing your experience with us.

Thumbnail of user gavnt
Arizona
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May 25th, 2020

I have over 30 reptiles in my collection. I bought a giant waxy tree frog and a adult savannah a while ago and the both died after a day or two of having them. The savannah was a twig when I got it and wouldn't eat and the tree frog wax dark green and really dry I did my best trying to keep them alive but eventually they passed. I emailed them about the savannah, they messaged back once then just ignored me. I just messaged them about the tree frog and doubt they're gonna help.

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Hi Gavn, our customer service team member Amanda spoke to you on 5/21 at 9:56 AM and you told her the animals arrived fine. We do not show that you submitted any order issue report. If you are having an issue with any animals you received from us please use this link to report it so we can assist. Thanks so much. http://undergroundreptiles.com/orderissue

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Ohio
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August 8th, 2020

I bought a female russian tortoise and after a day and pulling five ticks off of her she passed away. I let underground reptile they told me no refunds. Then I complained again again, so they said there give me a discount on my next order, I just purchased two fish and had them shipped to my house cuz they said they would give me a discount on my next order, they arrived and I only have one alive and the other was dead let sit for a couple hours nothing. I spent a $110 on this. Im done with this company. I want my refund or partial

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Hi Amy, you ordered a Russian Tortoise which was delivered to you on 2/25/20. The first time you contacted us regarding any issue was on 3/4/20 stating it had passed away. We asked for pictures of the deceased animal as well as a photo of the enclosure the animal was living in. You chose not to send us those photos and we informed you that we could send you a discounted replacement. You agreed to this and continued to have contact with us over the course of the next few months. On 8/7 you placed an order for 2 axolotls which were shipped on 8/7 and delivered on 8/8. Unfortunately one of the axolotls did arrive deceased so we shipped a replacement to you on 8/10 and it was delivered today at 11:49 AM for you just fine. If you any further issues please feel free to contact us at 954-428-8005. Thanks so much!

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Maine
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June 9th, 2023

I may just be wasting my time, ranting but hopefully this reaches at least a few buyers. I purchased a Pacman frog in winter of 2022 and after a long battle with a fungal disease my pacman frog has died (june 2023). I took him to the vet because I knew this couldnt have been starvation nor the habitat I had him in and my vet informed me it looked like he had been strugging with a fungal infection since likely before we received him (at underground reptiles terrible facility)

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Nevada
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July 11th, 2020

I love this company and they're staff! I have purchased many times and not one issue. All animals arrived healthy and eating. I suggest this company to any animal lover. Plus prices are not bad either

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Thank you for letting us be your to go for your animal needs Brandon. We grealty appreciate your business and yes we try to keep our prices as affordable as possible.

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California
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July 8th, 2021

I have had many toads and have never had this issue. These poor babies must have a parasite or a inbreeding issue. They are all dying slowly. I have literally done everything possible to try to keep them alive. Its a slow process and its horrible that these poor toads are suffering

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Pennsylvania
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July 24th, 2020

Amazing experience... 5 stars and I recommend Underground Reptiles to everyone... I was notified that the caiman was available and I brought it... I received it the next day and the caiman was healthy and active. Then I also received a phone call asking if i received my caiman and how it is... Well from my eyes amazing... Great customer service and this was my first time buying... I'm a customer for life more orders from me very soon... Thank you so much...

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Thank you for sharing your experince with us Margaret! We are so glad we were able to earn your business :) Please let us know if you have any questions. Enjoy your new cainan.

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Alabama
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August 7th, 2020

I ordered a Porphura Tegu and it arrived healthy and in great shape. He acclimated to his new enclosure very quickly and has been doing great ever since. I would definitely order from Underground Reptiles again!

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Thank you for the update on your tegu Bryce! We look forward to doing more business with you soon.

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Underground Reptiles specializes in exotic reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates and mammals. We have been shipping our local South Florida community since 1996 and have been shipping our animals worldwide since 2000. Our goal is to provide the very best pets, at the very best price with the very best customer experience.

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