snakehead question

[snakeguy101]

I know that it is illegal to buy, sell, and trade snakeheads in FL but a friend of mine says that he knows where to catch them in a river near by. I was wondering if it would be legal to catch a wild snakehead and keep it.

Thanks for your help.

 

[Fishermoe14]

probably not.. not exactly sure on the laws in fl but im pretty sure you cant

 

[cichlid2006]

this should clarify for you: http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=12652

 

[Noto]

Excerpt from http://myfwc.com/docs/WildlifeHabitats/68_5NonnativeSpecies.pdf:

(3) Prohibited Non-native Species – No person shall import into the state, sell, possess, or transport any live specimens of the
species or hybrids or eggs thereof listed in Rule 68-5.003, F.A.C., (all channids are on this list) except as provided in paragraphs (a) and (b) below:
(a) Public aquaria, zoological parks, or public exhibitors with current accreditation by the American Zoo and Aquarium
Association or the American Association of Museums will be granted a permit.
(b) Individuals or institutions engaged in research will be granted such a permit, provided the following requirements are met:
1. A detailed research proposal shall accompany the application for the research permit. The proposal shall state with
particularity research objectives, methodology and study duration, and outline planned safeguards to assure proper containment of
the species.
2. All research on prohibited aquatic species shall be conducted in indoor facilities in containers having no water discharge or
having a water discharge through a closed drain system that terminates in a dry-bed wastewater pond.
3. All research on prohibited terrestrial wildlife species shall be conducted in indoor facilities in cages or other confinement
facilities to prevent escape.
4. The research permit shall expire 12 months from the date of issuance and shall not be renewed until a detailed report of
research findings is received and approved by the Commission. The report shall include a description of activities undertaken in the
permit period, progress toward research project objectives, and proposed additional activities to be undertaken during any renewal
period. Such reports are public records subject to the requirements for public disclosure under Chapter 119, F.S.​

 

[snakeguy101]

okay, thanks.

 

[benzjamin13]

Question has been answered. Closing to prevent any bad ideas.