Restricted + banned species, permits required, and regulatory contact. Updated May 2026.
Alaska has the most restrictive aquarium import rules. ALL live aquatic species require permits.
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
Official website: https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/
Always check the Alaska Department of Fish and Game restricted-species list before any aquarium livestock purchase. Lists update regularly and federal Lacey Act listings apply on top of state rules.
No, piranhas are prohibited in Alaska.
No, all Channa (snakehead) species are illegal in Alaska.
Most common aquarium species do NOT require a permit in Alaska. Alaska has the most restrictive aquarium import rules. ALL live aquatic species require permits. Always check the Alaska Department of Fish and Game website for the current restricted-species list before purchase.
The official source is the Alaska Department of Fish and Game: https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/. State lists update regularly - check before any purchase.
Special permits required - Alaska restricts most aquatic imports. Check with Alaska Department of Fish and Game before ordering.
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