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Post by gotcountry on Feb 11, 2008 17:57:48 GMT -5
Been looking at importing something from the states to canada, and was wondering if common geckos (like the tokay or crested, etc.) that are not found on the CITES list (i believe) are hard to import? Because they are so common in canada and the states, i don't see why it would be a problem.
Only asking as I am heading down to the states soon, and thought I would pick up a few geckos if it is legal. They are far cheaper, and way more breeders.
Thanks for any help!
-gotcountry
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Post by prismwolf on Feb 12, 2008 10:07:19 GMT -5
I would think that it being a live animal there are some pretty strict procedures and certificates needed...but I don't know for sure. Cham will see this a little later and she can tell you more. She's taken in at least one iguana from the states and had to go through the procedure. Sometimes all you need is a current health certificate, but on herps I'm not sure about.
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Post by ChamZilla on Feb 12, 2008 15:11:55 GMT -5
Hey there,
Even if the animal is not on the CITES list they need to be cleared by a vet. Also the port, boarder where you are crossing will have to be notified of your arrivial. It is a lot of hassle as I had to do it with an iguana. A lot of paperwork and 75$ per animal. This is just to ensure that the animal you bring back doesn't have some disease or something to spread to other animals.
There are emails you can reply to on the CITES pages. OR you can contact the boarder you will be crossing on and ask them for phone numbers or links to what you will have to do. It is a big hassle. And I would not do it if I was just looking for something cheaper. I did it because it was for a special friend who passed away and left me her babies. I had all the links to the boarder near me, but I deleted them as I figured I wouldn't need them anymore.
If you want to let me know which boarder you are crossing from I may be able to find you some help.
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