A release from Victoria Butterfly Gardens says Javier will receive veterinary care, enrichment activities and behavioral training.< /p>
Crocodilians, which include caimans, are legally controlled exotic species (New window) in British Columbia, meaning it is illegal to transport or possess them without a special permit.
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Properly caring for an animal like the caiman is extremely difficult and expensive, according to the Victoria Butterfly Gardens.
Falon Lancey believes that although Javier should not have ended up in British Columbia, she hopes his presence can raise awareness public about the dangers of keeping an exotic animal as a pet.
When people can see something in real life, they can learn about it. They are more likely to care and think about how we can protect them.
A quote from Falon Lancey, Curator of Animals at the Victoria Butterfly Gardens