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Wizard of the Python Ban

Wizard of the Python Ban The reptile industry and reptile enthusiasts throughout America are under a barrage of legal attacks against our hobby, businesses, and passions. One of the biggest changes in recent times is the addition of 4 constrictor snakes to the Lacey Act which restricts interstate transportation with severe consequences, destroying businesses and […]


The Risk of Sanctuary

As I sit here, I have been thinking of the risk of sanctuary (I won’t say where, I don’t want to scar my audience with visual imagery) those closest to me know where I get the most sanctuary. This piece is really not about sanctuary however, it’s about risk. There are so many risks we […]


Global Captive Breeders: Policy of Prevention

Some of you may have heard, most of you have probably not. Today is another day and example of the community not policing itself as it should. Global Captive Breeders owned and operated by Mitch Behm located in Lake Elsinore, CA was raided this evening by animal control officials and local Sheriff’s offices. They were […]