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Old 09-12-2004, 07:26 AM   #8
humpbacks1962
HUM... I spoke with someone in Wildlife who confirmed that people need a permit when they imjport species into the state. They are not issuing permits at this time, however. How in the world do pet stores get away with it, then?

And what complicates mattersis the restrictions on the number of reptiles a person can have. A box turtle, for example, is limited to only one.

So yes, it is very limiting in the state and they are tightening the rules even more. But not out of spite and an evil willingness to harass. Some of these animals are bought and then, when people get sick and tired of them or want to "move on to other projects" have no value to the owner anymore. Some find good homes, while the majority are released into the wild. Law Enforcement and conservation officers find exotics in places they don't belong to. The other day someone called in to report a constrictor in her pond, for gawd's sake!! In Connecticut!!

The list of invasive species in the state has grown considerably, displacing many native species. So, I see their point and accept their measures in the name of conservation.

Wanda