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Hi all,
Real new to this forum but not to the hobby. I was wondering if all you experienced Indigo keepers/breeders could chime in on this post and give me some advice on legally obtaining Indigos.

I currently keep Rat snakes and pythons, and am a biologist that does Nature and science workshops with kids and schools.

My experience with Indigoes and their kin is only from the wild where I have observed them in The everglades of Florida and in in texas. I will never forget the sight of 8-10 foot specimens gently slithering thru the saw grass and hammocks of the glades.


I would very much like to try to breed them.

I am located in Connecticut and would really appreciate hearing from you all.

Thanks,
brew
 
Legally obtaining indigos is easy. If you can legally keep them (check your state laws) you can just buy one from an in-state breeder. If no in-state breeders are there for you, you can contact an out- of state breeder. The two of you do the work to get the permit (easy paperwork) and then you get the snake.

It isn't really a big deal, just an hour or so preparing the papers amd a small fee.

Good luck on getting the best pet snake in the world.

More info can be found on www.indigosnakes.com.

Doug T
 
Indigo acquisition..

Doug has provided you with the sage advice of a seasoned pro. Follow it to the letter and you will have indigos before you know it..
The only thing I would add, would be to check into the acquisition of Texas Indigos, as no permit is required, outside the Great State of Texas for such.
Also, if yo uhave never kept Drymarchon, you may wish to acquire a Black-tail or Unicolor first, as both make excellent starter Drys.
Don't worry, you will become obsessed with them all, attempt to acquire at least a pair of each sub and become a true member of the Drymarchons anonymous society!! Hey, it's only a six step program, as there are only six subs available!!

Best regards,

Jeff
 
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