Penalties
Online marketplaces have made it easier for traffickers to sell exotic pest animals illegally, putting many Victorians at risk of unknowingly purchasing these animals and committing an offence.
Penalties
Online marketplaces have made it easier for traffickers to sell exotic pest animals illegally, putting many Victorians at risk of unknowingly purchasing these animals and committing an offence.
What is a Broker?
An exotic animal broker is a middleman who connects buyers and sellers, negotiates sales, and manages transport and temporary housing. They do not own the animals and are primarily driven by profit.
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How You Can Help In an emergency, or if there is an immediate threat to life, call 000.
If you see an exotic pest animal, contact Agriculture Victoria Customer Service Centre on 136 186.
If you have any information about the illegal exotic animal trade, tell Crime Stoppers Victoria what you know, anonymously, on 1800 333 000 or at crimestoppersvic.com.au.
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What is a Breeder?
An exotic animal breeder is a person or business that intentionally breeds exotic animals such as reptiles, birds and small mammals.
What is a Keeper?
An exotic animal keeper is a person responsible for the daily care, management, and welfare of exotic animals.
Penalties for importing, keeping, breeding, or trading illegally trafficked exotic pest animals, like the African pygmy hedgehog, can result in fines of up to $95,000.
