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A PROPER DIET You can feed your exotic pet the following on its own or in addition to pellets: Birds, reptiles, and pocket pets alike love fresh fruits and veggies! Fish eat a myriad of “bottom dwellers” such as krill, meal-worm, and shrimp in their natural habitats, making those options suitable for a fish's diet.
- What do exotic pets need?
- Is owning an exotic pet illegal?
- Where do exotic pets come from?
- Is it cruel to have a pet lizard?
- What exotic animal makes a good pet?
- Why should I choose an exotic pet?
- How much does a tiger cost?
- What animal has highest IQ?
- Can I buy an elephant?
- Are monkeys good pets?
- How much is a monkey?
What do exotic pets need?
Enrichment – Just like conventional pets, exotic pets also need mental and physical enrichment every day. For pets in enclosures, this could mean providing tubes, exercise wheels, or climbing platforms. Many exotic pets enjoy human interaction and look forward to playtime with you outside of their cages each day.
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.
Where do exotic pets come from?
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.
Is it cruel to have a pet lizard?
Common Reptile Diseases Can Be Deadly to Humans
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration warn against keeping “pet” reptiles, because of the high risk of contracting potentially deadly salmonella.
What exotic animal makes a good pet?
Hedgehogs
By far the easiest exotic animal to care for, hedgehogs are ideal for someone who wants a pet but who doesn't have a significant amount of time or resources to devote to their care and attention. Hedgehogs require a simple terrestrial enclosure big enough for them to run around and play in.
Why should I choose an exotic pet?
Probably the biggest advantage to owning an exotic pet is that many of them are non-allergenic. Reptiles, rodents, and birds do not have the same type of fur as a cat or dog which traps dander. Many people are allergic to pet dander, thus making them allergic to traditional 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.
What animal has highest IQ?
CHIMPANZEES. RECKONED to be the most-intelligent animals on the planet, chimps can manipulate the environment and their surroundings to help themselves and their community. They can work out how to use things as tools to get things done faster, and they have outsmarted people many a time.
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.
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).
How much is a monkey?
Typical costs: Monkeys cost between $4,000 and $8,000 each, depending on the monkey's age, rarity and temperament. Younger, more rare and friendlier monkeys tend to cost more.
