video, Florida MIAMI, FL -- Many Florida residents have amazing and strange pets, but when the animal becomes too much trouble, some take the easy way out. Ditching the pets can be devastating to both the animals, and to the ecosystem. "You're introducing a non-native animal, that will compete with native animals, and in many cases out-compete native animals, and create issues with the environment," warned the Miami Metrozoo's Ron Magill. Fortunately, there's a solution. The fifth annual Nonnative Pet Amnesty day, hosted by Florida Fish and Wildlife, and the Miami Metrozoo takes place this weekend. "We will gladly accept your nonnative or exotic pets, no questions asked, free of charge," explained the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission's Gabriella Ferraro. The event has become more popular over the years and you wouldn't believe some of the pets that get dropped off. Serval cats, cougars, venomous snakes, scorpions and primates have all been turned in. The problem with owning an exotic pet is usually that the idea is better than the actual ownership. The economy hasn't helped exotic pet owners either. The veterinary costs alone can run into the thousands of dollars, so many people are realizing they can't afford it anymore. The event is about more than stopping by and dropping off your animals. There will some other animal services offered as well. "Well, we will microchip your snakes for $32.00, and that's something you now have to do, you have to have your snakes ...
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