I certainly wouldn't have been able to get into the hobby a few years ago if prices hadn't dropped. The fact that a pied used to cost more than some new cars amazes me.
There are certain reptiles that I wish prices hadn't fallen on though. I hate that any idiot can walk into a pet store and buy a green iguana for under $50. I don't think price is a great way to control this, but it certainly would deter a lot of people if it cost $200-$300 to buy one.
I would hate to see prices reach the point where people don't bother taking their sick pets to the vet or giving them good care because they are so cheap to just replace.
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