Quote Originally Posted by blackcrystal22 View Post
I think venomous reptiles are dangerous as well and are a bit too easy to get on the market for irresponsible owners.
I'd possibly think the same way except for one fact:

There has NEVER been ONE DARN SINGLE DEATH from a venomous reptile kept in captivity in the US EVER, despite hundreds of thousands (possibly even millions?) being kept by keepers both responsible and irresponsible alike.

There is no arguing the inherent dangers, but even the most dangerous of dangerous reptiles are safer keeping as pets than just about any other hobby out there.

You can't even use the "danger to the public" argument, as I believe there has never been one instance of a stranger getting hurt by either an escaped large constrictor or venomous reptile.