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Despite their unfortunate reputation, snakes canmake big pets For many people who may not have time in their schedule for a dog or a cat. Most species simply need to set up a habitat and stick to a relatively spaced food calendar, which makes them surprisinglyFamily interview members. Unfortunately, however, there are cases where these domesticated animals somehow find their way in nature. And now, those responsible for a state warn residents that they should pay attention to the snakes and the reptiles escaped. Read more to see which place treats new non -native animals.

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Invasive species are far from being a new concept in ecology. Even in recent history, animals found themselves in new habitats when they are deliberately introduced to help reduce the population of a local pest orHitch accidentally a tour in cargo. This was the case forThe Joro Spider, which recently started to spread across the southeast of the United States after probably putting up on a ship in Asia. AndInvasive hammer verse started to moveon the other side of the south After probably "doing hitchhiking in the United States on the roots of horticultural plants and can continue to propagate accidentally across the countryKatelyn Kesheimer, PHD, entomologist at the University of Auburn and the Alabama cooperative extension system.AE0FCC31AE342FD3A1346EBB1F342FCB

But since temperatures around the world are changing due to climate change, they also move in new areas themselves. Very poisonousSea snakes to yellow belly started to appear on the California coasts with an increasing frequency, because the warmer ocean temperatures allowed them to extend their habitat to the north,Charles Van Rees, PHD,Conservation scientist and naturalistic At the University of Georgia, recently saidBetter life. But while aquatic reptiles are not an immediate threat to beach enthusiasts despite their "highly toxic venom", their presence alone is the sign of a much more important problem.

"The real problem here is ecological," said Van Rees beforeBetter life. "Getting water means that many of our oceans are already changing and fast. This could mean harmful algae flowers, the disappearance of beloved fauna, overwhelming fisheries or other problems."

Now another ecological change has drawn the attention of the authorities.

Residents of states where snakes and other reptiles are common are often aware of their presence and generally ensure that they are left alone. But according to officials from South Carolina, there was an increase inNon -native snakes, reptiles and amphibians Reported as lost, escaped or released according to the State Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR).

"Since 2013, we have received nearly 250 reports from at least 30 species of reptiles and non -native amphibians have escaped or released in South Carolina," the agency wrote in an article on Facebook on October 4. "The most commonly reported species include the Mediterranean House Geckos, Anoles Brown, Cuban trees, black and white tegus, sulcatta turtles and ball pythons. However, we have also documented Burma pythons, green iguanas, various species of Monitor lizards and two Crocodilian species. "

TheNumber of reptiles reported is also increasing, with three cases in 2013 by turning 90 in 2020 before settling at 45 in 2021, according to SCDNR data, in accordanceThe state. The state has counted 38 so far this year.

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Although the climate of southern Carolina is not ideal for all the species discovered to survive and procreate during the winter, some experts fear that some animals can reproduce and start to populate. The white and black tegu lizards, a giant reptile which can become more than four feet long, are particularly worrying and composed many reports in "many" state counties,The state reports.

"They seem to be quite cold, especially in the lower parts of the state", "Will Dillman, deputy head of fauna for SCDNR, toldThe state. "There is therefore some potential so that they can winter and reproduce", adding that neighboring Georgia has already established populations of the reptile. There, officials of the Ministry of Natural Resources of Georgia warn that the invasive lizard has a negative impact on the ecosystem by eating the eggs of birds, alligators and turtles, while potentially transporting exotic parasites that can spread to the native fauna, according toThe state.

Compared to other states, South Carolina also has more shortcomings concerning theSale of poisonous snakes And other animals during reptile shows, making it a unique local problem. The recent changes in the laws on the sale of reptiles aimed at protecting the local populations of turtles have not made this activity illegal.

South Carolina is not the only state that fights with snakes and environmental ruinous invasive reptiles. In neighboring Florida,escaped and released from Burmese pythons have become such a threat to local species that the state government has established a premium program to help eliminate the population. But for the moment, the SCDNR asks residents to do their share to keep the bad types of animals outside the state.

"We want to recall and encourage everyone to be a owner of responsible pets and recommend to anyone who plans an exotic pet ensures that it is legal in South Carolina as well as in your county and your municipality" said the agency in its article on Facebook. "Always do your research before buying a pet to learn more about the requirements of specific species."

The SCDNR also encourages people to continue to report the observations of non -native reptiles by taking a photo of the animal and by recording its location with an address nearby or GPS coordinates. You can then send it by e-mail to the agency to[Protected by e-mail]