CITES & Legal Compliance
Full CITES Compliance • Licensed Brokerage • Global Permitting
As international wildlife traders, we maintain the highest standards of legal compliance. This page details regulations governing our specimens and the documentation we provide with each transaction.
CITES Documentation
- Original export permits for all Appendix I/II species
- Veterinary health certificates
- Microchip/tag verification records
- Chain of custody documentation
Regional Regulations
- USDA/FWS import permits (USA)
- EU Wildlife Trade Regulations
- ASEAN wildlife protection laws
- Country-specific endangered species acts
Buyer Responsibilities
- State/province permits where required
- Facility inspections for certain species
- Registration of captive-born specimens
- Annual reporting for breeding programs
Species Classification
The following table outlines the protection status of our premium species. Note: Some species may have additional regional restrictions beyond CITES classification.
| Species | Scientific Name | CITES | Special Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian Arowana (Champion Bloodline) | Scleropages formosus | Appendix I | Microchip, DNA records, breeding facility proof |
| Clarion Angelfish | Holacanthus clarionensis | Appendix II | Mexican export permit required |
| Peppermint Angelfish | Paracentropyge boylei | Appendix II | Cook Islands collection quota |
| Freshwater Polka Dot Stingray | Potamotrygon leopoldi | Not Listed | Brazilian export ban (captive-bred only) |
| Gem Tang | Zebrasoma gemmatum | Appendix II | Madagascar export quotas apply |
| Platinum Arowana | Osteoglossum bicirrhosum | Not Listed | US Lacey Act declaration required |
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Ordering Restricted Species
The process for CITES-protected specimens:
- Pre-approval: Submit facility details and permits
- Documentation: Our team prepares export paperwork (4-6 weeks)
- Inspection: Government vet examines specimen pre-shipment
- Customs: Broker clears import with your local authorities
Average timeline: 8-12 weeks for CITES I species.
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Captive-Bred Certification
For species like our Platinum Arowana or Polka Dot Stingrays:
- DNA parentage testing records
- Hatchery registration documents
- Microchip/tag identification
- Third-party veterinary certification
Reduces permitting requirements for many jurisdictions.
Legal Disclosures
Prohibited Transactions
- Wild-caught Asian Arowana (except approved breeding programs)
- Hawaiian Masked Angelfish exports
- Florida Basslet collection
- Any CITES-listed species without proper paperwork
Buyer Liabilities
- Fines up to $50,000 for unpermitted CITES I species
- Confiscation without compensation
- Potential criminal charges for smuggling
- Permit revocation for violations
Need Permit Assistance?
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