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k in CA we are allowed to keep native species of rattlesnakes. but can we purchase a rattlesnake from someone (breeder or private party) outside of CA aslong as its a native species? i have contacted the DFG but i have not heard anything back from them yet.

thanks in advance

Nope that would be in violation of the import laws. Keep looking around as those with pairs that do produce. They must then give away the offspring and there is your source
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Dan S.
Crotalus & Company-- Captive Bred Reptiles
Venom-Center -- Venomous Community
Wisconsin Reptile Community
Hybrid Herps-- Hybrid Community

i was just wondering cuz i really want an albino rattlesnake. not sure which species. and dont know were if anyone in ca has any for rescue or whatever. i dont plan on getting one soon just asking questions so i know what i can do and cant do.
thanks a bunch

I have spoken to Cal officials and was told it was ok. I have sold several albino atrox to Cal residents. This was within the last couple of years.
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Tim Cole
www.Designeratrox.com/
www.AustinReptileService.net
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was there any permit required for the shipping part of it or just the fishing licsense us ca native have to have in order to own them? and i was looking at your site just a min ago and wow u have an amazing collection. wish i didnt live in ca so i could own a collection like that.

wow thats news to me. Good to hear I guess. I will have to check into that more myself. I think I will ask them to send me something in black and white though.
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Dan S.
Crotalus & Company-- Captive Bred Reptiles
Venom-Center -- Venomous Community
Wisconsin Reptile Community
Hybrid Herps-- Hybrid Community

There is no regulations for albinos. You do not need a license either.