Well, although probably an unpopular opinion - I do believe there should be SOME restrictions on importing.... Take for example Florida's invasion of "exotic pets" who grow too large for the purchaser - who then sets them free in the Everglades - creating a menace to the natural wildlife, general public and even those who have to attempt "capture"... Then let's not forget the numerous chimps and lion/tiger/etc cubs brought in for pets then once grown destroyed, caged, sold for experimentation of drugs, make up you name it, etc... It would be nice to believe that all people are responsible pet keepers - but there is enough evidence to prove the contrary... Even when it comes to our lovely aquariums - are there any of us who can state that we have never suffered a loss from anything other than "old age"??? --- Still, we are human - and as such we will always have pets... Some of us will try to take care of our pets and some of us won't.... Guess it all boils down to common sense regarding the type of animal imports and how much regulation is needed along with a careful eye on all species to avoid extinction... It seems to me that major research is needed before a final decision should be made into law....
