In a nutshell, the Lacey Act bans importation, exportation, and interstate travel and trade of certain listed species as well as for any animals, plants, or parts of either that were obtained illegally (Alligators are not a listed species, but it's still illegal to trap one in the everglades and send them or their skin/meat to people in Louisiana, for example). As of right now, that means that you are still allowed to purchase and sell these species, but only within the borders of your own state. USARK has a lawsuit against FWS (the legislative body responsible for the Lacey Act) to challenge it and you can get updates by liking their facebook page (and of course donating!). Their preliminary injunction will actually be ruled on two days from now, which may extend the time period that people can buy sell and transport the latest additions to the Lacey Act (reticulated pythons, green anacondas, beni anaconda, and deschauensee's anaconda). If the relief is granted, it certainly means good things for the rest of the lawsuit, so cross your fingers!








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