goliathusdavid
Arachnobaron
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I saw no one else has opened this can of worms yet, so let's do it.
https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/pythons-iguanas-florida-restricts-exotic-reptiles-76138448
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/environment/article249541298.html
Frankly, I think the ban (unlike proposed legislation we have seen recently in New York) is quite reasonable. Individuals will still be allowed to keep their animals provided they get permitted through a free process and follow enclosure guidelines. Honestly, I would like to see more biosecurity measures like this, and a greater regulation of the exotic trade in general. The question is whether they will actually be able to enforce it. And the answer? Probably not.
My primary worry with this ban is that it is just going to further the growth of the black market. Without substantial enforcement from Florida and federal FWS, I honestly don't see the situation changing. But here's hoping I'm wrong.
https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/pythons-iguanas-florida-restricts-exotic-reptiles-76138448
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/environment/article249541298.html
Frankly, I think the ban (unlike proposed legislation we have seen recently in New York) is quite reasonable. Individuals will still be allowed to keep their animals provided they get permitted through a free process and follow enclosure guidelines. Honestly, I would like to see more biosecurity measures like this, and a greater regulation of the exotic trade in general. The question is whether they will actually be able to enforce it. And the answer? Probably not.
My primary worry with this ban is that it is just going to further the growth of the black market. Without substantial enforcement from Florida and federal FWS, I honestly don't see the situation changing. But here's hoping I'm wrong.