Well, I`m glad I read the New York Department of Health website after reading this page. About the author, there is misinformation here, especially squirrels, boa constrictors are illegal in New York. And sugar slips too. Answer: No, exotic cats and hybrids more than the F5 generation are not legal. In Oregon, it is illegal to own feral cats, bears other than black bears, dogs that are not native to Oregon, monkeys, alligators, crocodiles or caimans. You can get a special permit for an assistance monkey. Animals you can have without a license include alpacas, ferrets, bison, camels, chinchillas, emus, ostriches, llamas, lemurs, sugar gliders and giraffes. It is illegal to possess dangerous regulated animals, including: Maybe you`ve always wanted to own a monkey, or you`re wondering if it`s legal for your neighbor to have this cougar in their yard. Luckily for your curiosity, every state has exotic animal laws that allow, restrict, or prohibit the ownership of certain animal species. The following article describes some of these state laws in more detail. In New York, «big» snake constrictors are illegal. Large is a relative term, but it is best defined by species that have killed humans or are about the same size as those that have, although this is an extremely rare event.

These snakes include anacondas, Burmese pythons, African rock pythons and reticulated pythons, all of which are banned. Boa constrictors are relatively large snakes and there has recently been one documented death by this species. However, they do not grow as high as others, reaching 3-13 feet depending on the type and care. Some imported birds must have legal import documents, which excludes them from the need for a license, including: By the way, if you live in New York and hoped to call yourself the proud owner of an animal that is among the illegal animals, this will not happen – with one exception. Read on to find out which animal is part of the exception and why the cool why! @sd hedgehogs are not illegal, I live in New York State and I have one. but you can only have African dwarf hedgehogs Delaware state law requires permits for most wild mammals and hybrids. Pets that do not require a permit include chinchillas, hedgehogs, ferrets, opossums, rabbits, sugar gliders, etc. Many lizards are allowed, including anoles, water dragons, basilisks, bearded dragons, chameleons, geckos, iguanas and more.

Possession of non-native venomous snakes is illegal. Since April 1, 2016, it has been illegal for New York City pet stores to sell rabbits. It is illegal to sell a Snapping Turtle or a turtle with a shell less than 4 inches long. But where do you draw the line? If the animal must be confined, if it is destructive or even dangerous? New York State has some guidelines for animals that are legal to own. The possession of large carnivores such as lions, tigers and bears is illegal, as are monkeys, baboons and macaques. There is also a limit of six animals per owner for bobcats, squirrels, rabbits, raccoons, quail, opossums, coyotes, deer, red foxes and gray foxes. If you acquired an animal in another state, you must prove that it was acquired legally. Many animals are illegal to own in more states than they are legal, and among these animals are animals belonging to the families of bears, primates, big cats, canids (jackal, wolf, fox, etc.) and venomous and large reptiles (crocodiles, large constrictor snakes, large monitor lizards, etc.). Luckily for New Yorkers, fennec foxes are the only species of «The Big 5» that is legal to own in the state. Before the animal ban was completed in NYS, fennec fox owners brought their pets to meet with lawmakers. With the truth that «some exotic animals are not so bad» staring them in the face, this species was exempted. It is a pity that more owners of different species did not come forward and perhaps did not prove the truth, which should be obvious: at a minimum, small exotic animals are no more dangerous than dogs and cats and should never be banned.

Unfortunately, other small fox species (such as the bat-eared fox) remain illegal. Answer: No, they are considered vectors of rabies and are illegal, just like raccoons, bats and foxes. They are also native animals. Most exotic animals are regulated by the Department of Conservation (DEC). When it comes to exotic animals, the «Big 5» are defined as «wild animals» and are illegal as they are in many states. These animals include bears, primates, big cats, canids, venomous and large reptiles (crocodiles, large constrictor snakes and large monitor lizards). In upstate New York, many more animals are legal, unlike in New York, where most animals are illegal. Question: Are sugar gliders legal in New York State? Ohio`s laws have changed since the Zanesville animal slaughter in 2011.

More than 50 wild animals have been released from a reserve where authorities have had to euthanize lions, tigers, bears and wolves roaming the streets. Since then, the Dangerous Wildlife Act has made lions, tigers, bears, elephants, alligators, monkeys and servals illegal and requires a permit. Animals that do not require permits are lemurs, foxes, bobcats, alpacas and llamas. Permits are required for the importation of legal pets listed in Section 4-71-6.5 of the Hawaii Bylaws. These animals are subject to quarantine rules before being legally distributed to their owners. Non-native raccoons can be kept as pets with proper veterinary inspection and proof of legal ownership. Answer: No, raccoons are not legal in New York State. The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) may impose violations.

By law, wild or illegal animals cannot be sold or kept as pets. Argentinian black and white tegus are legal in New York State All primates are illegal as pets in New York, but a kinkajou can make a similar substitute. They actually belong to the raccoon family, but have a prehensile tail and monkey shape. Like primates, they should have a spacious enclosure and lead a mentally active life.