license and legalities of roach breeding

[Shaneofall]

Anyone know the legalities of roach breeding in California and starting a business with such a name? Would it be safer to say feeder insects, reptile supplies, small pets etc. What would be a safe direction to take, not only now, but for the future, say they start implementing stricter rules on breeders of roaches.

I would like to establish a legal business as I am dedicating a large portion of the house to this, but don't want to point out some things unnecessarily or file my business in a way that could incriminate me for legalities I am unaware of. I do work with Chameleons and could go that route as my business if that seems the safest. Any input is greatly appreciated. I could just stay on the DL like a lot of the breeders do, but then that defeats the ability to have tax write offs and the perks of acting like a functioning business. For myself, I am aloud to have this "odd" hobby by my significant other if the intention is supplementing our income a bit hahah!, so I have to satisfy her and make this thing look legit.

 

[Doc]

Here is a topic with with a list of insect species which can be imported or shipped within California without a permit:

http://www.roachforum.com/index.php?showtopic=5091&hl=%2Broaches+%2Bshipped

If you want to ship to other states you'd need to look into their laws and regulations on the subject.

 

[Shaneofall]

Interesting, I see how the Gromphadorhina spp. / Hissing cockroach is generalized. That makes it easy for at least shipping purposes.

 

[thesavageprojects]

Use a vague name. Or at least vague to normal folks. Blatticulture supply co., or calibiological, bill's old fashioned livestock and supply.