The state issues three classes of permits, and you can own bears, wild cats, crocodiles, venomous reptiles, and most others with a Class III permit. This fox is similar to a small playful dog, but they are still wild animals and will have wild instincts. In most cases, animal ownership is up to counties in Texas. As of 2015, scientists have identified at least 63 established (i.e., breeding) species of nonnative reptiles and amphibians in Florida. We follow the highest standards for listings and our editors will verify and approve all listings before they become active on our site. Included are native caribou, white-tailed deer, mule deer, elk, moose, antelope, mountain sheep, mountain goat, reindeer, pigs, hippos, yaks, and bison. This includes all big cats (lions, puma, tigers, leopards) and some smaller cats (servals, caracals, bobcats, and lynxes). Unlike tortoises, turtles are semi-aquatic. Theyre delicate creatures with very specific care requirements, and they dont give their trust to humans freely, so you have to have the patience to bond with them slowly over time. Personal pet permits are only issued for animals which are captive bred and are obtained from a legal licensed source. The Invasion of Exotic Reptiles and Amphibians in Florida %%EOF Can you take Bearded Dragons out in public in Florida? If the animal is a crossbreed that looks like its wild relative, they are also banned. Their care will vary depending on which species you choose. They will have plenty of experience and knowledge about the animal that they are selling and can advise on your suitability as a keeper. Do you have a favorite? We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. The Red-Footed Tortoise is the second exotic tortoise on our list. It includes cats, dogs, cattle, beefalo, donkey, sheep, goats, swine, including pot-bellied pigs, alpacas, and llamas. CODEANN. They can also have exceptions or permit requirements when it comes to having an exotic pet. If you want to see which animals are banned as pets in other states, click here. These exotic Australian animals are sociable, docile, and very friendly lizards. You cannot own hedgehogs, African hedgehogs, sugar gliders, bears, large cats, wolves, primates, and many other types of exotic wildlife in Connecticut. Bearded Dragon Chimpanzees, Gorillas,Gibbons,Drills and mandrills, Orangutans, Baboons, Siamangs, Gelada baboons, Snow leopards, Leopards, Jaguars, Tigers, Lions, Bears, Rhinoceros, Elephants, Hippopotamuses,Cape buffalos, Crocodiles (except dwarf and Congo), Gavials, Black caimans, Komodo dragons. What sets them apart from other skinks is how well they thrive in captivity in social groups and their unique appearance. The Mississippi Map Turtle is a brown turtle with pale yellow-white contour lines on its skin. More animals are also on the prohibited list, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Mississippi Map Turtle 11. Please enter your username or email address, you will receive a link to create a new password via email. Check the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's website for more info. For More Detailed Information: Conditional/Prohibited/Nonnative Species Permits, Native fish are allowed to be kept in aquariums up to the fishing possession limit for each species(Department Correspondence Native Fish).