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introduced species

one that does not naturally occur in the area and has been brought in accidentally or intentionally by man, for example, rabbits in Australia (introduced originally to the British Isles from Spain).

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The party said that the gaps in the exotic animal legislation give the opportunity to each citizen to buy exotic and other animals, despite the repeated warnings that such animals should not be sold as pets.

Pregnant female raccoon on the loose in Nicosia

Exotic Animal Medicine for the Veterinary Technician, 3rd Edition

A spokesman added: "For many people, an exotic animal represents too much of a commitment which is manifested in the growing number of exotic animals being abandoned and handed to animal centres.

SNAKES FOUND DEAD IN STREAM

com)-- The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, is pleased to announce that Three Ring Ranch Exotic Animal Sanctuary (TRR), a charter accredited sanctuary of GFAS and formerly accredited by The Association of Sanctuaries (TAOS), has achieved full GFAS Accreditation as of December 10, 2014.

Three Ring Ranch Exotic Animal Sanctuary in Hawaii is Accredited by Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries

To find out about the plans of new veterinarians who have an interest in avian and exotic animal medicine, I have invited 6 soon-to-be veterinary graduates to share their thoughts.

New veterinary graduates: spreading their wings and exploring career paths in avian and exotic animal medicine

In reviewing the request of the Public health and Human Services Committee, the city solicitor said at least 35 communities nationwide have adopted bans on exotic animal performances.

Animal show ban opposed; Augustus raises questions

Dave Ford, of Dinas Powys, runs Animal Zone, an exotic animal sanctuary at his home PICTURES: PETER BOLTER (c)

WOULD YOU CWTCH A 10FT PYTHON?

Summary: An exotic animal market draws the crowds in the Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah.

Exotic animal market draws crowds in Saudi Arabia

As for those who already own an exotic animal, Ohio now requires them to register their animals--which includes having them micro-chipped--with the director of agriculture within 60 days of Sept.

Lions, tigers and bears? Not in my backyard!

Bonnie Ballard and Ryan Cheek's EXOTIC ANIMAL MEDICINE FOR THE VETERINARY TECHNICIAN (9780813822068, $69.

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Carr said it's important to have experienced people involved in the transport of an exotic animal.

Wild things: excess and surplus lines cover hard-to-place risks, such as exotic animals