Q: What are reptiles of concern ( ROC )?
A: The reptiles of concern are:
        Burmese / Indian Python
        Amethystine Python
        Reticulated Python
        African Rock Python
        Green Anaconda
        Nile Monitor

Q: Can ROC be sold at the Daytona Breeders’ Expo?
A: Yes, but the seller must have a ($100) ROC permit to posses ROC and the regular ($50) permit to sell wildlife from FL Fish and Wildlife.

Q: Is the buyer required to have the $100 permit to buy the ROC?
A: No, if the buyer does not take possession of the ROC and has the seller ship the ROC to his/her home state (not Florida) or home country.

Q: If I want to take possession of the ROC at the show do I need the $100 permit?
A: Yes. Many of the vendors will have this permit so vendor to vendor sales are easy.

Q: Can I buy a ROC permit at the show?
A: No, ROC permits must be bought before arriving. A permit form will be in the vendor’s package.

Q: How long does it take to get a ROC permit from FWC?
A: You should allow at least 3-4 weeks for processing on FL Fish and Wildlife’s receipt of a complete application.

Q: What is considered a “complete” application?
A: The completed application including inventory and facility location; an accurate and complete questionnaire for each of the ROC species for which you are applying; and Part A of the Critical Incident and Disaster Plan (for Florida Residents/Florida facilities only).

Q: What about chipping the ROC?
A: No, if you are buying this ROC for resale or breeding stock.
Yes, if you are buying the ROC as a personal pet that is 2” or more in diameter and is staying in Florida.

Q: Where can I find the application/forms and more info on the subject of permits for ROC?
A: You can go to http://myfwc.com/permits/index.html or for specific questions email Wayne Hill at whill1@gate.net

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