Hollybush Pets and Aquatics

03/08/2025

🦋🐛Insect Lore butterfly kits are back in stock! 🐛🦋
We even have our own caterpillars in store for you to admire their transformation.

These educational kit gives children, students and families an unforgettable opportunity to watch caterpillars change into chrysalides and then emerge as beautiful Painted Lady Butterflies. Raise and feed your very own butterflies and then release them into the wild! The entire transformation from caterpillar to adult butterfly takes about three to five weeks.

30/07/2025

"We’re excited to introduce this gorgeous 😍 hand-reared Galah Cockatoo, now ready to find a loving forever home.
Feel free to visit us in-store and chat with our friendly, knowledgeable team for more information."

26/07/2025

Our latest livestock list is now out!
From hand reared Parrots to some interesting Amphibians. Pop in store or drop in store for further details.

23/07/2025

Ghost Mantis now back in stock and on special offer only £9.99 each.

The Ghost Mantis is a master of disguise, with its slender body and pale, ghostly hue allowing it to blend seamlessly into its surroundings. Its delicate legs and body shape mimic the gentle sway of leaves and twigs, making it nearly invisible as it waits for unsuspecting prey. With its impressive camouflage abilities, the Ghost Mantis is a formidable hunter, capable of snatching unsuspecting insects from the air with lightning-fast reflexes. Despite its eerie appearance, the Ghost Mantis is a fascinating and intriguing insect that continues to captivate entomologists and nature enthusiasts alike.

Licence Number:- 25/00405/APET

19/07/2025

With the warmer weather our Leaf Cutter Ants have sprung into action, busy cutting and collecting leaves.

Here's some amazing Leaf Cutter Ants Facts:

*Social Structure*
- Leafcutter ants live in complex colonies with different castes, each with specific roles:
- Workers: Forage, cut leaves, and maintain the colony
- Soldiers: Defend the colony
- Queens: Lay eggs

*Leaf-Cutting Behavior*
- Leafcutter ants don't eat the leaves themselves, but use them to cultivate fungus for food
- They cut pieces of leaves, carry them back to their colonies, and use them to create a nutrient-rich compost for the fungus

*Agricultural Importance*
- Leafcutter ants are considered agricultural pests in some areas, as they can damage crops and gardens
- However, they also play a crucial role in ecosystems, helping to break down organic matter and recycle nutrients

*Colony Size*
- Some leafcutter ant colonies can be enormous, covering hundreds of acres and containing millions of individuals

*Communication*
- Leafcutter ants use chemical signals (pheromones) to communicate with each other about food sources, threats, and other important information

*Interesting Adaptations*
- Leafcutter ants have specialized bodies and behaviors that allow them to efficiently cut and carry leaves
- They also have complex systems for managing waste and maintaining colony health

Leafcutter ants are incredibly social and industrious creatures, and their colonies are remarkable examples of organization and cooperation.

17/07/2025

A fresh delivery of 20–23cm Japanese koi has just arrived at Hollybush, sourced from Koi Wholesale, one of the UK’s most trusted and reputable suppliers.

This is a beautiful, hand-selected mix including:

🐟 Kohaku, Sanke, Showa, Yamabuki, and more
📏 All fish are 20–23cm
💧 Quarantined on-site with top-tier water quality
🔍 Great body shapes and pattern definition

Whether you’re a collector looking to add something special, or an enthusiast upgrading your pond, this batch won’t disappoint.

🗓 On sale from next weekend
📍 Hollybush Pets & Aquatics, WV10 7LX
📸 Pop in early for the best selection.

30/06/2025

29/06/2025

🍦Treat your dog with a Billy + Margot dog iced treat.

🍦Made with all natural ingredients and dairy free, these dog ice creams are always a hit during warmer weather.

🍦They're the perfect, natural, healthy treat for your dog.

🍦Pop in this afternoon, we're open until 4.15pm 😘

28/06/2025

Albino African Land Snails are now back in stock.

22/06/2025

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🌿🐍 Terrarium Lovers, Rejoice! 🐸🌿
We’ve just restocked with a massive range of Exo Terra terrariums — including the NEW Paludarium! Perfect for tropical setups, semi-aquatic species, and next-level bioactive builds.

🏞️ From compact enclosures to large display tanks, we’ve got something for every scaly (or slimy!) friend.

📍Come check them out in-store or message us for details!

19/06/2025

🚨 Fresh Delivery Alert! 🚨
We've just received a HUGE shipment of Superfish Aquariums! 🐠💧

Whether you're starting a new tank or upgrading your setup, now’s the perfect time to dive in! 🐟
Available now in our Aquatics Department – but be quick, they won’t last long!

📍 Visit us in-store today!

17/06/2025

Looking for some adorable new companions? We now have female mice in stock at £16.99 per pair! 🐁❤️

Pop down to Hollybush Pets & Aquatics and meet your new furry friends today!

📍 They’re cute, curious, and ready for loving homes.