It is rare in captivity and consequently prices are high (US$12,500 but the past few years have declined as low as $4,000 - 5,000 US in some EU countries). International trade in this species was virtually unknown in 1993, where CITES only registered three legally traded individuals, but this had risen to 55 individuals in 2000.
It is uncommon in captivity, making prices high (US$12,500 but recently dropped to $4,000 - 5,000 US in some EU countries). International trade of this species was virtually nonexistent in 1993, with CITES recording only three legal transactions, yet it increased to 55 individuals by 2000.