Boarder Crossing

[r_wellwood]

Just to share an experience: I brought back a Rose Anemone across the border from Portland via the Vancouver Airport. Did some research on Cites prior to this and made sure the specimen wasn't listed. Printed off that information and also had the seller provide a signed statement of what was being sold, that it came from this person's tank, etc.

I made sure on the Customs form that I indicated I was bringing livestock into the country. They asked what it was, I told them. Didn't end up being an issue in the end, no hassles (thankfully).

Just be willing to give up the specimen(s) if you are getting a lot of static from Customs, and be upfront and knowledgable.

RW