non-native pets

Environment

More than 1,000 invasive giant African land snails have been collected in Pasco County so far

Jessica Meszaros

Authorities warn people not to touch the mollusks if one is found. Instead, contact the Florida Department of Agriculture's Division of Plant Industry Helpline at 1-888-397-1517.
Environment

Bill Sets Limits On Nonnative Pet Sales

Catherine Buckler

The Florida House okayed a bill to limit the sales of nonnative animals by pet dealers. The Bill hopes to discourage nonnative sales altogether.

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