FWS Files Final Rule/Constrictor Ban

[Jendee]

http://www.usark.org/uploads/HR511.pdf this is the pdf of the actual bill with species listed. There still isn't info on pettion letters yet. Id collect as many as you can from friends and family and get on stand by

[Max713]

Ok, so what I gathered were:

Indian Python
Burmese Python
Reticulated Python
Northern African Python
Southern African Python
Boa Constrictor
Yellow Anaconda
DeSchauensee’s Anaconda
Green Anaconda
Beni Anaconda

My questions, are the "Northern/Southern African Python's", what we would consider African Rock Pythons?
Also, what is "Boa Constrictor"? Please tell me that isn't relating to all boas...

I will write a letter this weekend, please let me (and everyone) know ASAP where we can send them!


On a side note (that I will probably get flamed for), I don't see it as a completely bad thing that Retic's/Anacondas/Rocks may get banned. Not that I don't think there are some few competent owners out there, I just think 98+% Retic's/Anacondas/Rocks owners will not be able to properly care for their animal for the entirety of their life, and will most likely either release it into the wild where it will cause an immense amount of damage, or kill it.
Again, I'm sure I will get flamed for this, but it's just a personal opinion. Maybe a full out ban is not appropriate, but at least more strict regulations concerning ones ability to own one...

[mykee]

I might add to Jenn's post that you as an individual are not limited to just composing and sending one letter. You can send as many letters as you can afford to stamp. They will most likely not be read but just like the ending of A Miracle on 34th Street, presenting an abundance of letters makes a great visual impact (and movie magic).

"And this is supposed to be a FREE country??? Yeah right!!!!!!!!!!!! "

Unproductive, snide remarks not necessary. Use that 'energy' to type up some letters.