Classifieds
Listing rules
Keep it legal and keep it honest. Listings that break these rules are removed, and repeat offenders lose their account.
Not allowed
Endangered or protected species
Anything listed under the U.S. Endangered Species Act, or on CITES Appendix I. Appendix II species (many corals, some fish) only with the paperwork the law requires, and only if you can show it on request.
Species that are illegal where you or the buyer live
Federally injurious species (for example snakeheads and invasive carp) and anything your state bans or restricts. California, for example, restricts piranhas, snakeheads and every Caulerpa species. Check your state wildlife or agriculture agency if you're unsure.
Wild-collected animals or plants from local waters
Don't sell what you took from a creek, lake or the ocean unless you hold the licence that allows it.
Getting around the rules
No restricted species as a "free gift" with another item, hidden in a bundle, or described in code words.
Sick, dying or mistreated animals
No livestock you know is sick, diseased or unfit to ship. Say so plainly if something is being treated.
Prescription drugs and banned chemicals
Prescription-only medications, and anything illegal to sell to the public.
Anything misleading or unrelated
Wrong species names, stolen photos, fake prices, and anything that isn't for the aquarium hobby.
Welcome here
- Freshwater and saltwater fish, shrimp, snails and other inverts that are legal where you live
- Captive-bred or aquacultured coral, frags and colonies (with paperwork where it's required)
- Aquatic plants, mosses and algae that aren't restricted in your state
- Tanks, stands, filters, lights, equipment, food, decor and DIY builds
- Wanted ads and free rehoming
Your responsibility
Wildlife law differs by state, and sometimes by county. By posting you confirm you may legally keep, sell and transfer what you list, and that you hold any permit it needs. Buyers are responsible for the rules where they live.
Shipping live animals has its own carrier rules. Check them before you ship.
Never release aquarium animals or plants into the wild. Rehome them instead.
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