Animalscaretips
Where do exotic pets come from? Though genetically the same as their wild brethren, some exotic pets are bred in captivity for retail sale. Others are captured directly from the wild. According the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) the illegal trade of wildlife is a multi-million dollar industry.
- How are exotic animals transported?
- How are exotic pets captured?
- Is owning an exotic pet illegal?
- Why is it illegal to own exotic pets?
- Are exotic pets ethical?
- How much does a tiger cost?
- Can I buy an elephant?
- Where is it legal to own a tiger?
- Where is it legal to own a monkey?
- Are monkeys good pets?
How are exotic animals transported?
Large animals like llamas, horses or a larger breed of exotic animal require a trailer to accommodate them. If you don't already have a trailer, arrange to have one for them on moving day. The trailer should have proper ventilation, adequate cover from the outdoor elements and enough room for moving around comfortably.
How are exotic pets captured?
Historically, getting a wild species to keep as a pet, more commonly known as an exotic pet, was a small-scale operation. Wild animals were captured from their local area using basic traps or by killing the adults in the family group and taking the offspring.
Is owning an exotic pet illegal?
There is no federal law that prohibits keeping any and all exotic animals as pets. However, there are specific statutes that do prohibit possession of certain animals. ... The minimum penalty for keeping an endangered species as a pet is a $3,500 fine for the first violation, and a $13,000 fine for the third violation.
Why is it illegal to own exotic pets?
Many exotic pets are illegal because someone thinks they will harm the environment either by escaping and forming invasive populations or introducing diseases.
Are exotic pets ethical?
Exotic pets do not harm the environment any more than domesticated pets. Most exotic pets do not pose a threat to the environment and those that do don't have as severe of a footprint as many domesticated pets.
How much does a tiger cost?
Exotic cats range in price from a $900.00 Bobcat to a $7500.00 tiger cub. Most of the mid-size cats, like Servals and Caracals, cost $1700.00 to $2800.00 and Ocelots can run as high as $15,000.00.
Can I buy an elephant?
Who can own an elephant? ... The Wildlife Protection Act makes elephant trade illegal but captive elephants can be transferred from one owner to another. An elephant owner must get an ownership certificate from the Chief Wildlife Conservator of the state.
Where is it legal to own a tiger?
Owning a pet tiger is considered legal or is unregulated in eight states, all of which have rather lax regulatory laws concerning animal rights in general: North Carolina, Alabama, Delaware, Nevada, Oklahoma, South Carolina, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.
Where is it legal to own a monkey?
Pet Monkeys Allowed
Currently, Washington state, Montana, Nevada, North Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Wisconsin, Illinois, Ohio, Alabama, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina have no restrictions on keeping monkeys as pets.
Are monkeys good pets?
Overall, monkeys are not good pets. Yes, some can be quite sweet for a time. But the reality is monkeys are capable of causing too much harm and need too much care and attention to thrive in a human household. These issues are equally as important when it comes to apes (chimpanzees, orangutans, and gibbons).
