Below are Major Updates to the Invasive Species Legislation
Corn Snakes have been removed from the invasive species list
Boa Constrictors have been removed from the list for Gauteng and no longer require permits
Green Iguanas have been removed from the list for Gauteng and no longer require permits
Burmese Pythons: The scientific name of this species has been corrected and now requires permits nationwide
Red Eared Sliders can now be kept with permits but major restrictions apply such as no breeding, trading or selling of this species, basically if you already have them you will be issued with a permit to keep them nothing else
The Scientific Name for Carpet Pythons is still wrong but Nat Con still requires permits.
The Scientific name for West African Gaboon Vipers is still incorrect and therefore their listing is invalid
Rattlesnakes of the genus Crotalus have been removed from the list
Timothy Zedi
Tim Zedi is a seasoned reptile enthusiast with over 25 years of experience in keeping and breeding a wide variety of reptiles. Tim was the former chairman of the West Rand Herpetological Association and volunteered at the Transvaal Snake Park.Tim has been instrumental in creating knowledge in the reptile community. He is a regular contributor to Practical Reptile Keeping magazine, where he shares his expertise and insights. Through his work, Tim has become a respected figure in the herpetology field, dedicated to educating others and promoting responsible reptile care.