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This story was already posted on the Retic thread by Fb4076..he lives in Joplin. I heard about this story through a co-worker of Ryan's.
When I initially heard the story of a loose python, My first thought was of the 15ft Retic that Fb, and myself suspect may have been set free by its owner in the Joplin area.. Come to find out it was a completely different snake.
Its really a shame, as fb4076 said, the Reptile World Zoo owners do a lot with the community to educate, and undo many negative implications of reptiles; only to be undermined by people releasing (whether accidentally or on purpose) their snakes.
Loose snakes are nothing new to our area (SW Missouri & NW Arkansas); there are rumors and reports from many years ago. However, they are beginning to make major news. Now there is talk within community leadership groups inquiring about ownership of large and venomous species, as well as how these animals pose a danger to others.
Not a good future in sight for responsible reptile owners in our area, thanks to the irresponsibility of others..
Last edited by amercnwmn; 07-10-2006 at 07:32 PM.
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