SHARJAH BANS GROWING EXOTIC PET ANIMALS

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SHARJAH BANS GROWING EXOTIC PET ANIMALS
by Neha Swaminathan \| 29-11-2014 00:35 0
His Highness Dr Shaikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued a decision banning the possession of wild animals smuggled into the emirate at homes and farms. The authorities have given a duration of one month to hand over their so-called pets to authorities. Those who do not surrender the exotic pets will be fined AED 100,000 (Nearly USD 27250) in addition to confiscation of the animal. However public and private zoos, scientific and research centres and universities which obtained licences from the Environment and Natural Reserves Agency in Sharjah are exempted. Sharjah Environment and Natural Reserves Authority is working on the necessary laws to enforce this decision. The decision has given offenders a one-month grace period only. The decision has drawn admiration from environmentalists and animal lovers. Hana Saif Al Suwaidi, Director-General of Sharjah Environment and Natural Reserves Authority said many people have already called them to follow the procedures. She said that the UAE has signed an international memorandum banning the trade of animals and plants that are threatened with extinction. Every month, the environment authority in Sharjah confiscated around 25 wild animals and reptiles, she said. It is strange that people buy these animals which look cute when they are small. When they grow up, the owners cannot care for such animals properly affecting their growth. Also the neighbors will be scared by possession of such wild pets. People were even attacked by exotic pets in some cases and received injuries and permanent disabilities, she said. Confiscated animals were handed over to zoos in the UAE and neighboring countries. The Sharjah Environment and Natural Reserves Authority will soon launch an awareness campaign also through audio and visual media to make people aware about the new ban, Hana said.

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16 Comments

says :
Yah! I think people should refrain from using these innocent creatures for money especially if its in an illegal manner. At least zoo conditions mostly simulate their wild habitat...
Posted 30-11-2014 23:50

says :
Opressing animals and taking away their freedom affects the balance of our nature thus they should stay in the wild and carry on with their instincts and lives :)
Thank you for sharing
Posted 30-11-2014 22:58

says :
Fine is reasonable compared to harm done to those wild animals( who are supposed to be enjoying in their natural habitat).
Kudos to this act of Sharjah.
Posted 30-11-2014 22:27

says :
That's well thought. I really appreciate your efforts
Posted 30-11-2014 22:08

Rohan Kapur says :
Exotic animals have a right for a peaceful living in the natural habitat.
Food initiative by Sharjah.
Posted 30-11-2014 17:07

says :
Thanks for sharing this wonderful initiative!
Posted 30-11-2014 14:19

says :
Finally a rule in its place ,, Thanks for sharing :)
Posted 30-11-2014 07:34

says :
The ownership of exotic animals should have a license regarding their capability to raise one. If not, they shall prohibited of doing so. Nice article, thank you Neha.
Posted 30-11-2014 02:50

Arushi Madan says :
It??s good that exotic pets will be handed over to the authorities within a set deadline, Thanks for sharing the news here. In recent times , people have been seen carrying wild pets in their vehicles which is neither safe for pet nor for other humans around on the road or driving . I offer all my praises for such a great decision to save other creatures who are made by God and therefore deserve the same freedom to live that we enjoy.
Posted 29-11-2014 23:57