It depends on the animal in question and the location.

Owning an exotic pet is something that requires more responsibility than curiosity. It’s not for everyone, but for those with the patience and resources to care for these unique animals, it can be ...

A surprising number of exotic birds are OK to own in California. With the exception of the aforementioned Quaker parrot, all ...

Mitch Kalmanson sells insurance policies to protect people in animal accidents. Feb. 24, 2012— -- As state and federal lawmakers continue to wrestle with proposed legislation on exotic pet ...

Exotic pets — companion animals that are not native to the area where they are kept — can become invasive pests when they escape or are released by pet owners, breeders, collectors and wholesalers ...

Since 1990, there have been more than 1,500 exotic animal incidents. Oct. 19, 2011 -- Incidents involving exotic animals kept in private may appear to be an oddity but, according to Born Free USA, a ...

A hedgehog surrendered at J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue’s Exotic Pet Surrender Events is currently headed to the Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison. J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue takes in surrendered exotic pets that ...

Exotic animal medicine is a specialized field covering birds, reptiles, amphibians, and small mammals, each requiring unique knowledge. The field is experiencing rapid growth, increasing demand for ...

On a recent trip to the Amazon jungle, I realized the threat of deforestation, invasive species infiltration and loss of biodiversity is a real threat to Floridians too. Florida's unique ecosystem is ...