During the 90s many people bought star tortoises as they were openly sold in pet shops then. Most eventually dies but some are still well. This is a area that is grey. Maybe they can issue some kind of licenses for this group of people
I remember, as a child, going to a pet convention (in Singapore). I think it was at Sentosa or around that area and there were just tons of animals, of every sort. I remember being fascinated by all the various lizards and other assorted reptiles as well as insects that they had there. I'm not sure when it was but likely it was in the 90's or so. Thus I presume that the last time that there was a serious review of the exotic pet industry, it was then. Honestly, I do tend to agree with Randall in certain aspects. There should be a review of what can and cannot be kept as a pet. Not only for reptiles but for all wildlife, though this would take a lot of time and effort. I think that there should be fairly strict licensing requirements and housing requirements for pets other than domesticated animals, with a special emphasis on pet shops. I was passing by a bird shop the other day and it was so depressing that I couldn't even walk inside. The conditions were abominable. Even knowing next to nothing about bird behaviour, I could tell that every single one of the birds was distressed. Surely there should be some standards on how to keep birds or fish or, well, any other pet. On the other hand, I do see what the authorities are trying to prevent: irresponsible owners who release their pets into the wild here and completely destroy the environment. After all, there are Green Iguanas running amok in Choa Chu Kang and literally every body of fresh water in Singapore has a resident population of red eared sliders. I think the authorities have seen what has happened in places like Hawaii and Florida and decided that the easiest way is to completely ban (almost) all animals. However, this surely could be prevented with the proper legislation and oversight. I genuinely hope that more is done in this area of law since the illegal wildlife trafficking industry is probably about 3/4th in the world, behind drugs and humans. And Singapore, with its prime geographic location, is probably where a ton of the animals come through before going to America/Europe etc. If not, well, the sad truth will be that our children will never see a paradise tree snake gliding from tree to tree or a clouded monitor taking a leisurely stroll in the Botanic Gardens or any creature in the wild.
Personal opinion. We are way too restrictive though. Where reptiles are concerned, sliders and malayan box terrapins (Mbt) are the only legal ones, and sliders dominated like 99.99% of the turtle scene. You can't legally get any non-slider species at all. Land tortoises or other reptiles are impossible to get legally for pet ownership. Wish someone would start rearing Mbts commercially and legally for the local pet reptile scene, considering it is the only other legal species.
Unfortunately your action will create a demand for trappers, animal farms resulting in cruelty to animals. Thus, it is ironical that ‘animal lovers’ end up actually harm them. My cats are adopted and the only pets I purchased from shops are my fish. We all need to think of our actions carefully.
@@TheValdy12 tell me, how can ‘legally’ ensure the welfare of the animals? Even ‘cats, dogs, birds sold ‘legally’ in pet shops will inevitably result in suffering of these animals from breeding mills (or bird trappings in the forest) to their welfare & care in shops to owners. And what happens to the less cute animals left unsold? When the novelty wore off, who will ensure the welfare continuity? So please think about it before promoting animal suffering behind the veneer of ‘legal trade’.
no i think what u said was perfect i agree that there are many people who do love reptiles and would love to keep them and go thru legal means if possible. I have a friend that works at the zoo and honestly whenever they confiscate an animal they are usually euthanised or used as feeders. I believe that they would definitely be in better care in the homes of people who do love these animals instead of just getting euthanised or used as feeders. in homes at least they get a chance to live.
Beautiful animals 👍🏻 thank u & pls cover more animals stories especially to highlight plight of animals being abused or going extinct to educate the public & encourage people to take part to volunteer in conservation efforts in Singapore 👍🏻
During the 90s many people bought star tortoises as they were openly sold in pet shops then. Most eventually dies but some are still well. This is a area that is grey. Maybe they can issue some kind of licenses for this group of people
I remember, as a child, going to a pet convention (in Singapore). I think it was at Sentosa or around that area and there were just tons of animals, of every sort. I remember being fascinated by all the various lizards and other assorted reptiles as well as insects that they had there. I'm not sure when it was but likely it was in the 90's or so. Thus I presume that the last time that there was a serious review of the exotic pet industry, it was then.
Honestly, I do tend to agree with Randall in certain aspects. There should be a review of what can and cannot be kept as a pet. Not only for reptiles but for all wildlife, though this would take a lot of time and effort. I think that there should be fairly strict licensing requirements and housing requirements for pets other than domesticated animals, with a special emphasis on pet shops. I was passing by a bird shop the other day and it was so depressing that I couldn't even walk inside. The conditions were abominable. Even knowing next to nothing about bird behaviour, I could tell that every single one of the birds was distressed. Surely there should be some standards on how to keep birds or fish or, well, any other pet.
On the other hand, I do see what the authorities are trying to prevent: irresponsible owners who release their pets into the wild here and completely destroy the environment. After all, there are Green Iguanas running amok in Choa Chu Kang and literally every body of fresh water in Singapore has a resident population of red eared sliders. I think the authorities have seen what has happened in places like Hawaii and Florida and decided that the easiest way is to completely ban (almost) all animals. However, this surely could be prevented with the proper legislation and oversight.
I genuinely hope that more is done in this area of law since the illegal wildlife trafficking industry is probably about 3/4th in the world, behind drugs and humans. And Singapore, with its prime geographic location, is probably where a ton of the animals come through before going to America/Europe etc.
If not, well, the sad truth will be that our children will never see a paradise tree snake gliding from tree to tree or a clouded monitor taking a leisurely stroll in the Botanic Gardens or any creature in the wild.
Personal opinion. We are way too restrictive though. Where reptiles are concerned, sliders and malayan box terrapins (Mbt) are the only legal ones, and sliders dominated like 99.99% of the turtle scene. You can't legally get any non-slider species at all. Land tortoises or other reptiles are impossible to get legally for pet ownership.
Wish someone would start rearing Mbts commercially and legally for the local pet reptile scene, considering it is the only other legal species.
Unfortunately your action will create a demand for trappers, animal farms resulting in cruelty to animals. Thus, it is ironical that ‘animal lovers’ end up actually harm them. My cats are adopted and the only pets I purchased from shops are my fish. We all need to think of our actions carefully.
@@CalvinK-the_old_fogeyThus, the emphasis on commercially *but legally* .
@@TheValdy12 tell me, how can ‘legally’ ensure the welfare of the animals? Even ‘cats, dogs, birds sold ‘legally’ in pet shops will inevitably result in suffering of these animals from breeding mills (or bird trappings in the forest) to their welfare & care in shops to owners. And what happens to the less cute animals left unsold? When the novelty wore off, who will ensure the welfare continuity? So please think about it before promoting animal suffering behind the veneer of ‘legal trade’.
Hope I didn’t come off a little too strong headed there 🙃
Frankly, I think you raised some good points. Hopefully there can be conversations and discussions around this issue.
no i think what u said was perfect i agree that there are many people who do love reptiles and would love to keep them and go thru legal means if possible. I have a friend that works at the zoo and honestly whenever they confiscate an animal they are usually euthanised or used as feeders. I believe that they would definitely be in better care in the homes of people who do love these animals instead of just getting euthanised or used as feeders. in homes at least they get a chance to live.
Beautiful animals 👍🏻 thank u & pls cover more animals stories especially to highlight plight of animals being abused or going extinct to educate the public & encourage people to take part to volunteer in conservation efforts in Singapore 👍🏻
Well Said Bro..
Lj la other coutry can
Our side cannot
Simple as hedgehog also cannot keep as pets liao nabei dont even need mention others
Agreed, I don’t get how the rest of the world is allowing this, yet a small country is trying so hard to “love” these animals