I couldnt agree more completely with you. Florida is an introduced species haven and we have so many invaders we cant count anymore. The problem is that this animal has begun to invade suburbia and they are potentially a threat to the residents. While you are correct that news will always cover these stories, they are more than willing to provide the expert opinion from someone credible. This crediblity would stem from position in the organization of responsible reptile keepers. This person would issue responses from the organization in regard to backlash etc. providing that educated/expert opinion the media will happily cover.



In regards to your comment about the legislative body that doesnt enact laws is not really a legislative body. I would also agree. This organization will be able to create documents to educate the public as well as for lobbying legislators etc. This would ultimately unify keepers around the country and place them under one umbrella of standards etc



Credibility is the key and now is the time to create it.



Whos with me? Email me.

Michael

mtragash@gmail.com
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