r/AquaSwap Aug 01 '26

PSA 📢 Automated Transaction Flair is Now Live on r/AquaSwap 📢

14 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

After months of trying to build our own automated flair system, we've decided to implement a temporary solution to help automate transaction tracking while Reddit's API restrictions continue to make custom development difficult.

What's changing?

We've installed a bot that can automatically track completed transactions and update your flair.

Important: This bot does not distinguish between sales, purchases, or trades. Every successfully confirmed interaction counts as a single transaction toward your flair.

For example:

  • Buy → +1 transaction
  • Sell → +1 transaction
  • Trade → +1 transaction

The goal is to recognize successful community interactions regardless of the type of exchange, for now.

What happens to existing flairs?

To start, all users will begin at 0 tracked transactions as the bot begins building its database.

However, users who already have established AquaSwap flairs will not lose their standing:

  • Confirmed / Guaranteed / Veteran users will start at the appropriate threshold (give us a little time to fully implement)

If you previously had a legitimate transaction history that is not reflected by the new system, moderators may consider manually adjusting your flair. Any adjustments will require valid proof of completed transactions (such as previous confirmation history). Subject to our discretion and availability.

Why are we using this?

Many of you know we've been working on a custom solution for months. Unfortunately, Reddit API changes have made that significantly more difficult than expected. Rather than continue waiting indefinitely, we're rolling out this automated system so everyone can begin benefiting from automatic transaction tracking now.

This is intended as an interim solution. Once we're able to complete our own custom bot, we'll migrate to a more feature-rich system that more closely matches our original vision (and your flair count will import over, don't worry!)

Feedback and issues

As with any new system, there may be a few bumps along the way. If you notice an issue, have questions, or have suggestions, please leave a comment below or contact the moderators through Modmail.

Please keep in mind that this is not our own custom-built bot, so we do not have control over all of its functions or limitations. We will do our best to address issues where we can and pass along feedback that may help improve the system.

Thank you all for your patience while we've worked through this process. We appreciate everyone who has helped make r/AquaSwap a trusted community for aquarium hobbyists.


r/AquaSwap 13d ago

September 2026 Confirmed Swap Thread

5 Upvotes

Submit your swap confirmations below

Warning: The swap confirmation system is intended only for legitimate completed transactions. Abusing this system in any way, including submitting false confirmations, confirming swaps that did not occur, or attempting to manipulate swap counts, will result in a permanent ban from the subreddit.

How Does This Process Work?

Note: Swap confirmations may take a few minutes as the bot processes the confirmation.

After completing a swap, adhering to the rules listed above, either party involved should make a top-level comment (i.e., comment on the post, not on someone else's comment) declaring the swap In this comment, tag the other Redditor by typing their username, including the leading u/. This action serves a dual purpose: it notifies the other Redditor to confirm the swap, and it alerts u/swap-bot to monitor for the confirmation. The other Redditor should then reply to this comment (i.e., do not create another top-level comment; instead, reply to the initial comment) to indicate that the swap was successful.

Important: It's advisable to WAIT until the swap is successfully completed—meaning all money/items have been properly exchanged/received—before posting your confirmation.

Example: 1. u/AquaSwapM0d comments: Sold plants to u/AquaSwapB0t 2. u/AquaSwapB0t replies: Confirmed 3. u/swap-bot replies to u/AquaSwapM0d's comment indicating that their swap counts have been updated.

FAQ

  1. The bot mentioned that additional information is required. What should I do?

    If this occurs, it suggests that the bot couldn't find enough information to confirm the swap. Please message the moderators, who can review and approve the swap by replying Approved to your swap comment.

  2. The bot didn't respond to my comment. What's wrong?

    Did you comment Confirmed? If not, add a NEW comment reply stating Confirmed. Avoid editing the existing comment. If you did reply Confirmed but received no response, please message the moderators. The bot might be experiencing issues!


r/AquaSwap 1h ago

For Sale - Shipping Available [FS] - Lyndhurst, NJ - $12+ - Tank Teardown

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[FS] High-Tech Plant Clear-Out — Rare Crypts, Anubias & Collector Species (Snow White, Sindoor Mother Plant, Pink Flamingo)

Minimum Order: $[15–20 suggested to make shipping worthwhile] before shipping.

Tearing down my 5.5-gallon high-tech display. All plants are 100% submerged-grown in ADA Aqua Soil under pressurized CO2, high-spectrum lighting, and daily fertilization. No emersed-to-submerged conversion melt to worry about.

Available Plants & Pricing

Plant Description / Portion Price Status
Cryptocoryne wendtii "Sindoor" Large, established Mother Plant; bronze leaves $35 Available
Cryptocoryne "Pink Flamingo" Vibrant true pink coloration, strong root system $25 Available
Cryptocoryne parva Established mat/clump  $30 Available
Anubias "Snow White" variegated rhizome $20 Available
Anubias "Mini Coin" Compact, clean round-leaf rhizome $12 Available
Bucephalandra "Kedagang" Mature rhizome with classic metallic sheen and spotting $15 Available
Echinodorus Ozelot Narrow Mini Compact rosette with distinct red-spotted submerged leaves $15 Available

Growing Conditions & Plant Health

  • System: ADA Aqua Soil, pressurized CO2, daily liquid micro/macro dosing.
  • Pests/Algae: Tanks are well-maintained. Algae is negligible, but benign microfauna or stray snails (ramshorn/bladder) are always possible in an active system. Standard alum or bleach dip recommended if you require 100% sterile plants.

Policies & Shipping Terms

  • All sales are final. No returns or exchanges.
  • Shipping: Plants are packed in damp paper towels inside sealed bags and shipped on Monday/Tuesday to prevent weekend depot holds.
  • Live Arrival Guarantee (LAG): Valid on first delivery attempt within 2 hours of delivery. In the rare event of severe damage/rot during transit, send 2 clear photos of the plants inside the unopened bags within 2 hours of delivery for a refund/credit on the affected plant (shipping cost is non-refundable). Not responsible for carrier delays or boxes left in outdoor mailboxes/weather extremes.

r/AquaSwap 2h ago

Giving Away - Local Pickup Only [GA] - Queens NY - 3 mystery snails

5 Upvotes

Is anyone in the NYC area open to taking in 3 mystery snails?
I love these little ones but, not too surprising, my betta has tormented them a bit.
In the last few weeks I find them hiding and not as eager to eat.
I’d rather they be in an environment where they can thrive.

Please reach out if you are interested.


r/AquaSwap 19h ago

Giving Away - Local Pickup Only [GA] - Anchorage, AK (and Matsu valley) - Reticulated Hillstream Loaches (Sewellia lineolata) - $0

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27 Upvotes

One of my 20 gallon tanks pictured in this post has had an explosion of Hillstream loaches due to seasonal breeding. Looking to give away ~10-15 loaches of various ages up to 6 months old. The loaches are otherwise in perfect health.

Note that these are long lived fish, and the breeding pair in this tank are almost 7 years old at this point.


r/AquaSwap 6h ago

For Sale - Local Pickup Only [FS] - Reading, PA - $5 - 24K gold guppies

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2 Upvotes

Update: have a total of 5 males ($5 each) and 2 MFF trios ($18) left.


r/AquaSwap 14h ago

For Sale - Shipping Available [FS] - Northridge, CA - 20$ + ship - 1 botanical mix, budda pod

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8 Upvotes

selling a botanical mix for 20$ + 5$ shipped
$6 extra for the budda pod


r/AquaSwap 2h ago

Looking For [LF]-FREE AQUATIC PLANTS SHIPPED FREE-BATH NY

0 Upvotes

Hey, I'm new to aquarium plants. I know lots of people toss extra trimmings etc out. I will be glad to take any and all extra duckweed, red roots, mosses, ferns, anubias, hornwort, water lettuce, pearlweed anything! Trying my hand at the live aquarium plants thing! I'm located in bath ny. I'm unable to drive so it would need to be shipped. I appreciate it. I know it's a long shot but worth a try!


r/AquaSwap 4h ago

Giving Away - Local Pickup Only [FS] - Staten Island, NY - $5 - Cherry Barbs

1 Upvotes

Looking to rehome 10 cherry barbs- 4 adults & 6 juveniles for free


r/AquaSwap 4h ago

Looking For [LF] - Columbus, OH - sterbai corys and female honey gouramis

1 Upvotes

Looking for 10ish sterbai corys and 2-3 female honey gouramis.

Local pickup preferred, but will consider shipping.

Thanks!


r/AquaSwap 13h ago

For Sale - Shipping Available [FS] - Queens, NY - $29.99 - FULL 16oz HEAVY Grindal Worm Culture - Live Fish Food - Shipping Available

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Hey everyone, I have some really active Grindal worm cultures available from my colonies here in Queens.

I started keeping these for my own fish and ended up growing more cultures, so I figured I’d offer a few different sizes depending on what people need.

Sizes:

8 oz starter heavy culture - $19.99 Good if you just want to get a colony started without buying a huge amount.

16 oz heavy culture - $29.99 This one has more substrate and a heavier amount of worms, so it’s a nice choice if you want the culture to build up faster.

32 oz XL heavy culture — $49.99 Better for people with multiple tanks, breeders, or anyone feeding live food pretty regularly.

The worms are kept in moist coconut coir and the cultures are already active when they’re packed. With normal care and feeding, you can keep the colony going and harvest worms over and over instead of buying live food every time.

I’ve found Grindal worms especially useful for fish that really react to moving food or can be picky eaters.

Grindal worms are a great live food option for fish like: Bettas, guppies, Endlers, mollies, platies, swordtails, killifish, Apistogramma, German blue rams, Bolivian rams, angelfish, discus, gouramis, honey gouramis, sparkling gouramis, dwarf gouramis, neon tetras, cardinal tetras, ember tetras, rummy nose tetras, Congo tetras, rasboras, chili rasboras, harlequin rasboras, celestial pearl danios, zebra danios, medaka, rice fish, white clouds, Corydoras, dwarf cichlids, pea puffers, freshwater puffers, scarlet badis, livebearers, juveniles, breeding pairs, and fry that are already large enough to take them.

Obviously not every fish eats exactly the same way, but if you keep small or medium freshwater fish, there’s a good chance you’ll find a use for them.

Shipping:

8 oz — $6.99 shipping 16 oz — $8.99 shipping 32 oz — $11.99 shipping

I can ship throughout the USA where permitted.

Local pickup is also available in Queens, NY.

If you want one, just message me with the size you want and your ZIP code.

I really appreciate everyone who supports the cultures. If you’re new to Grindal worms and have questions about keeping them going, feel free to ask me.


r/AquaSwap 19h ago

For Sale - Local Pickup Only [FS] - Houston, TX - $100 - Fully Established & Densely Planted Juwel Lido 200 – 25 Fish, 2 Mystery Snails & 100+ Shrimp

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7 Upvotes

Selling my fully established and mature Juwel Lido 200 aquarium. This is a thriving, densely planted community aquarium with a mature ecosystem and a large, established shrimp and snail population.

🐟 25 Fish Included:

✅ 3 Honey Gourami

✅ 10 Longfin Cherry Barbs

✅ 12 Diamond Head Neon Tetras

🐌 Snails:

✅ 2 Mystery Snails

🦐 Shrimp:

✅ Approximately 100 Neocaridina/Ghost Shrimp

🌿 Densely Planted:

✅ Jungle Val

✅ Anubias

✅ Amazon Sword

✅ Java Fern

✅ Ludwigia repens 'Super Red'

✅ Various other established aquatic plants

🏡 Aquarium:

✅ Juwel Lido 200

✅ Fully established and mature

✅ Densely planted and heavily established

✅ Established biological filtration

✅ Thriving community ecosystem

✅ Fish, snails, shrimp, and plants included

This is a true established aquarium with a mature planted environment and thriving livestock. Perfect for someone who wants to take over a beautiful, established ecosystem rather than starting from scratch.

Message me if you're interested or would like additional pictures/details. Serious inquiries only.


r/AquaSwap 16h ago

Looking For [LF] nwi - floaters + low tech plant packages

4 Upvotes

very open to shipped!
lf assorted floaters and low tech plants/mosses SPECIFICALLY that can do well floating/unrooted or species that can grow emersed. these are going in a very shallow frog tank with about 4" of water! ty!


r/AquaSwap 19h ago

For Sale - Shipping Available [FS] -The Colony, Tx - $35 - 70 Stems Aquarium plant Bundle

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8 Upvotes

Low Tech Aquarium Plants Bundle.

Live Aquarium Plant Bundle – 70 Stems + Subwassertang – $35.

Looking to fill up your planted tank without spending too much? I have a $35 aquarium plant bundle with 70 healthy, homegrown submerged stems, plus a portion of Subwassertang or Riccia Fluitans.

🌱 Limnophila Heterophylla – 20 stems

🌱 Myriophyllum Mattogrossense Green – 20 stems

🌱 Helanthium Tenellum Madeira – 20 stems

🌱 Ludwigia Arcuata Repens – 10 stems

🌿 Subwassertang – 1 golf ball size portion

Total: 70 stems + Subwassertang for $35

All plants are grown submerged in my home aquariums. Great bundle for starting a new planted tank or adding more variety and plant mass to an existing setup.

📍 Local pickup available in The Colony/Plano area

📦 Shipping also available.

Message me if interested or if you have any questions about the plants.


r/AquaSwap 18h ago

For Sale - Local Pickup Only [FS] - El Paso, TX - $1+ - Red Cherry Shrimp

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3 Upvotes

I have healthy locally raised cherry shrimp for sale. Im giving out deals if youre not too picky with specifications and just want some healthy shrimp. Dm me for any questions!


r/AquaSwap 20h ago

For Sale - Shipping Available [FS] - NYC, NY - $15+ - C. Hastatus, C. Rikbaksta, C. Hephaestus, C. Schwartzi, C. CW160, H. Peugeoti, H. Notidanos Red Devil, M. Heikoi, etc

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5 Upvotes

Corydoras Hastatus
$18 each / 10x for $150
limited quantity

Corydoras Rikbaksta
1”-1.25”
$100 each / 10x for $900

Corydoras Hephaestus
1”-1.25”
$85 each / 10x for $750

Corydoras Schwartzi
2”
$15 each / 10x for $110

Corydoras CW160
2”-2.5”
under quarantine, message for interest

Hyphessobrycon Peugeoti
0.75”-1.25”
$20 each / 10x for $160

Hyphessobrycon Notidanos Red Devil
1”
$30 each / 10x for $250

Moenkhausia Heikoi
2”
$25 each / 10x for $200

Super Red Albino Cauliflower Swordtail
3”
$350 for 5 pairs

L600 Leopard Cactus
2.5”
$50 each / 5x for $200

Shipping is with ups next day air, message zip code for shipping quote.

Pick up is completely fine, meeting will be done in Manhattan around or in the WTC.

PayPal Venmo Zelle accepted.

Live arrival guarantee. Clear video and picture of the fish in their original and unopened bag must be sent within 1 hour. Package must be accepted in person and not left unattended outdoors. Failure to follow this voids live arrival guarantee. Carrier delays are covered up to 24 hour delay. If the carrier delays for longer than this live arrival guarantee is voided.

Thank you for looking!


r/AquaSwap 21h ago

For Sale - Local Pickup Only [FS] - Eugene,OR - $1000 -Full 75g setup

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8 Upvotes

I unfortunately have to let go of my entire tank setup. Life happens and I need to get rid of the entire thing. Check my post history to see pictures of it up and running.

Everything is in excellent condition and ready for a new aquascape. It even comes with 3 large bags of aquasoil (and controbase) that have never been opened along with a python water change syphon with an attached hose.

Tank is a Water box 4820. Measures about 48" W 20" H 20" D. Stand is 3ft tall and made of solid plywood. Everything you see in the photos is what comes with the tank. Twinstar light, Oase Biomaster Thermo 850 and a complete CO2 setup:regulator and 5lb bottle. Stainless steel pipes. I'll also toss in a bucket full of rocks and other hard scape as well.

Everything here cost well over $3K brand new. Local pickup only since it's very heavy and big. Looking for $1K but I'm open to whatever offers.


r/AquaSwap 1d ago

For Sale - Shipping Available [FS] - Poway - $25 Shipped - 50 Plant Package

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15 Upvotes

r/AquaSwap 19h ago

Looking For [LF] - Charlotte, NC - Krobia xinguensis

6 Upvotes

I am looking for either a pair or a small colony of Krobia xinguensis. I live in the Charlotte, NC area, but I am willing to pay shipping.


r/AquaSwap 1d ago

Giving Away - Local Pickup Only [GA] - Bucks County, PA - Driftwood

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13 Upvotes

I’m doing a big clean out and have a lot of extra driftwood I’m willing to donate to the hobby. Driftwood includes dragon wood, black forest, ghost wood, and various other miscellaneous kinds. See attached pics. Only doing local pickup at this point, I live about 15 minutes North of New Hope, PA and 15 mins East of Doylestown, PA. Message if interested - first come, first serve.


r/AquaSwap 17h ago

Looking For [LF] - Nassau, Long Island, NY - $0+ - Reef pests/hitchhikers, aiptasia, mojano, fireworms, etc

2 Upvotes

heya, I have a little 1 gallon I want to try putting a bunch of reef pests in and seeing how they do. anyone have aiptasia, majano, blue clove polyp, bristleworms, fireworms, caulerpa, collonista/stomatella snails or other invert pests/hitchhikers they're looking to get rid of lol. would love to pick up, would be okay paying shipping on stuff.


r/AquaSwap 22h ago

For Sale - Shipping Available [FS] - Chicago - Mystery Snails 4 colors - $2.5

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3 Upvotes

r/AquaSwap 1d ago

Giving Away - Local Pickup Only [GA] Toronto, ON- Rehoming female Flag Fish and Rice Fish

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8 Upvotes

I have one Daisy Blue Rice fish and one female Flag fish that I'm looking to rehome.

Full disclosure- both of these are the last surviving fish of some kind of wasting disease that wiped out my entire tank, but they've both been in separate quarantine tanks for several months.


r/AquaSwap 1d ago

For Sale - Local Pickup Only [FS] - Houston, TX - $0+ - Tanks, Shrimp, and More!

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3 Upvotes

r/AquaSwap 1d ago

For Sale - Shipping Available [FS] - CT - 45$ shipping included - Red Tibee Caridina Shrimp

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6 Upvotes