Interesting. I didn't know they had a ban in Ohio. Would a Burmese even be able to survive such a winter?

Anyways, I agree that people like the person in the post are part of the problem. However, at least he is trying to find a new home for the animal, but should be honest about the species. I would contact the local herpetological society if I had an illegal animal, or if I got before the ban, I would keep it. Most bans understand owners that got the animal legally can keep them until they die. Also, in my state, we have an amnesty day for reptiles.

I personally have not seen anyone lying about the specie in ads, but I have seen tons of illegal reptiles being sold on CL.