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lizardrc
at Mon Oct 5 01:18:09 2009 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by lizardrc ]
Thanks for the debate here and the info in that one.
Many years ago, when I was doing thesis research I was able to check out some zoos behind the scenes and hear about the current projects and such. I would say that there really is a necessity for private breeders and AZA/zoos to work together more and more. I am aware of some breeders who have supplied animals for some zoos for their exhibits. On the flip side, I would presume that Zoos strive to do the same for private breeders to increase chances of success?
Tom, it sounds like you are saying this doesn't happen?
The whole money debate escapes me, zoos need to charge admission, breeders need to sell some offspring.
My take is that herpers who are working with species and producing results, really enjoy and care about the species they are working with.
Lastly,
I've seen lots of herps in other Countries that would be illegal to export and US keepers very eager to work with!, yet, are flattened daily on the developed roads of today's society, some actually on purpose.
I guess Zoos are the only "reputable" way to get animals out for further study/propogation/etc. but I think there should always be a direct line from Zoos to reputable breeders for further expansion, money making or not.
I think the goal is the enjoyment both in the wild and captivity of these fine species before we mow everything down as we grow and expand. Jeff, are any of those Islands for sale with threatend iggs? Do you see Hollywood buyers gobbling them up?
Thanks and congrats Tom, on the babies.
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RE: Thank you Jeff and Tom - lizardrc, Mon Oct 5 01:18:09 2009