Or. Admin. R. 603-011-0706 - Crocodilians - Special Requirements
(1) Animal Classification:
(a) Exotic crocodilians include all
individuals of the order Crocodylia including but not limited to American
Alligators and Crocodile Hybrids.
(2) Inside enclosure: The indoor enclosure
should be constructed in such a way as to prevent escape of the animal.
Latching clips and/or locks are required on doors and windows that open. The
lid to the enclosure shall be well ventilated and may be covered with wire
mesh, appropriate to the size of the animal, to prevent its escape. The
enclosure area shall consist of a dry area and a water area. Both areas must be
easily accessible by the animal. The area of the enclosure must be large enough
such that the animal can turn around without its body touching any side and can
perch its entire body on dry surface. The depth of the water shall be enough to
fully submerge the animal. The temperature on the dry surface in the enclosure
must be maintained between 75 -90 degrees F. Ambient air temperature shall be
kept between 75 to 90 degrees F. The water temperature must be maintained
between 75 - 85 degrees F at all times.
(3) Outside enclosure: Crocodilians may be
kept outside if weather conditions and ambient temperatures meet minimum
temperatures as described for indoor enclosures, otherwise may only be outside
during exercise regiment. When transporting the animal to and from outside it
is required that the animal be carried in a secure portable container that
encloses the animal completely. Fencing for outside enclosures must be of
sufficient strength and height to prevent escape of the animal. Bottom of the
fence must also be secure enough to prevent escape of the animal. Fencing must
also prevent unauthorized persons and animals from entering the
enclosure.
(4) Feeding: Owners must
demonstrate knowledge of crocodilian nutrition. Exotic crocodilians must be fed
a balanced diet sufficient to their needs but such food items may not include
live animals.
(5) No exotic
crocodilian may be restrained by a harness or muzzle as primary means of
confinement.
(6) Security: In order
to provide for the safety of the public, exotic crocodilians shall be handled
in accordance with the following:
(a) All
outside enclosures for exotic crocodilians shall be kept separate from the
public in a way that prevents contact with animals or persons outside the
enclosure.
(b) Exotic crocodilians
shall be confined within their enclosures (inside and/or outside) and only
allowed outside them for medical treatment or for removal to another approved
facility. When being transported, the animal must be secured in a portable
container within the vehicle.
(7) Sanitation: Excreta, uneaten food and any
type of algae or debris shall be removed from enclosures (including the water
pond) as often as necessary to prevent contamination of the food or water,
reduce disease hazards and reduce odors.
Notes
Stat. Auth.: ORS 561 & 609
Stats. Implemented: ORS 609.305 & 609.335
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