Ball pythons banned in New York City.

[Albert Clark]

I live in N.Y.C. (unfortunately) and was under the notion that the law specified snakes having a length of 5 feet or more as being banned? That would include the "giant" snakes and all venomous species." Giant" being Burmese, reticulated , and anacondas. Yes , its really unfortunate bc there are so many irresponsible herp owners here in N.Y.C. as evidenced by the recent and historical cases of releasing unwanted herps in the sewers and rivers and subways in this already filthy, smelly city. The best we can do is fund USARK and make a proposal to them to assist us responsible keepers to try and change the laws here. Also, join the Long Island Herpetological Society of New York. Obtain certificates of authority and licenses from the Dept. of Agriculture and become vendors at all these Repticons and Expos to have proof of our professionalism. Mostly all Herpetological societies are affiliated with teaching universities and schools of veterinary medicine which will help our call for new legislation. Stay in peace and not pieces. The Long Island Herp. Society is affiliated with the Farmingdale University of New York.