So, let me ask this then (not trying to start an argument, really just want some clarification from other members of the herp community.) Should we consider the gaboons in South Africa "endangered" just because there aren't as many in that particular part of the continent? I ask because here in NC American Aliigators are still considered "endangered" because they aren't as prevalent here as say, in Florida. To me, that doesn't make them endangered, it just means our state is at the northernmost part of their natural range. It's like saying Kangaroos are endangered in NC as well...because we only have a few (in zoos). Sorry if all that comes WAY out of left field, but it's something that's been driving me crazy for a while, because it's a driving force behind the legislation in NC (In other words, someone can own a Saltwater Crocodile here, but can't own an American Alligator.)

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