To elaborate on my last post....it wouldn't let me edit.

First off, I was trying to help. I have not looked at all 200 reptile forums, and did not realize that snakes could get "blown in" by a hurricane. I apologize for that misstatement. That being said, I do believe that some of the first snakes that were there, were released by owners that could no longer take care of them.

Secondly, the "idea" of the snakes not seeking out warmth is actually in a report that is posted on this very site, by someone who researched extensivly (sorry cannot think of the name of the person, but it is in one of the threads on here.)

Third, I DO believe that unless someone has been properly educated on the care and handling of these snakes, they should NOT be allowed to own one. This would prevent the MISHANDLING, and wrongful care of these beautiful creatures. If that means an education course and licensing, then so be it. If that means a "ban" on anyone without a license owning one, then so be it. I support hunting, and I support the taking back of native lands from species that are not supposed to be there. What I do NOT support is them taking the rights away from RESPONSIBLE people to own these wonderful animals. I am of the opinion that a RESPONSIBLE person would have NO problems with doing an education course and getting a license to own these snakes. You have to have a license to legally operate a car, a license to legally hunt, it would be the same concept.

Fourth, this was listed on a site that has some (If not most of them) people who do not think like us, the reptile lovers. They will not think to study and research the actual habits of these animals. With all the media sensationalism out there, I felt it would be good to have a small voice for the reptiles themselves. If people would research and educate themselves on these snakes, they may possibly be able to see what harm SR373 would have on everyone.

Again, I apologize for getting a fact wrong. I thought I was helping, but if it is not a help in any way, I will make sure not to post it on any other forums.

Thank you

Nixie