7, 7.00 - 7.18], 12152 . California. Tired of the COVID 19 coronavirus outbreak? 12153. Aug. 31, 2004; 2015, c. 374, 2 to 4, eff. Permit to transport wildlife for breeding and advertising, 12158 . Another reason the have been banned is that they can become invasive species when owners grow tired of all that biting and their pet is released into the wild. Just make sure you know which pet combinations are most likely to hate each other. Axolotls are not considered normal domestic pets in California. A person may not export, sell or otherwise use for commercial purposes any animal captured under this subsection unless the person holds an applicable permit for that use. Bats can also carry rabies and histoplasmosis causing pathogens, a type of lung infection. 153 0 obj <> endobj 4-A. An educational and scientific permit is not required to hunt, trap, possess, band or transport an invertebrate that is not listed by the department as endangered or threatened or as a species of special concern. Taking reptiles, amphibians, and certain nonmarine invertebrates from the wild is also prohibited without a license. 206). Subpart 4. Have you always wanted a tiger in your backyard, or maybe an alligator in your pond? Permit to possess wildlife in captivity. The animal bears no identification indicating ownership; and. Here is a list of 13 pets you can surprisingly own in the state of Maine. If you are still in doubt, ask the local authorities for the animal law that is there. 8). Pet birds imported must come from licensed suppliers. Additionally, cruelty to animals laws state that any person who . Statutes 10001), BANS possession and sale of wild birds along with buying and selling live bear, deer, moose and wild turkey.NEW BANS selling live wildlife except as allowed under 12152 Permit to Possess Wildlife in Captivity and those on the unrestricted list. Be wary of animals advertised for sale on the Internet or in newspapers. A person who violates this subsection after having been adjudicated as having committed 3 or more civil violations under this Part within the previous 5-year period commits a Class E crime. Wolf hybrids follow domestic dog licensing, but must have permanent ID before a license is issued. Snakes and large lizards have no natural predators in Hawaii and pose a serious threat to Hawaiis environment because they compete with native animal populations for food and habitat, according to Hawaii.gov. The victim's dog -- a shelter pet adopted six months ago -- let . PERMIT required for wild-caught amphibians, freshwater mussels, butterflies, moths, dragonflies and beetles for export, sale or commercial purposes (must be 16+). ;7_& $Q $S;[iJekV. Nov. 1, 2017; 2017, c. 285, 2, eff. Bearded Dragon Choosing The Right Exotic Pet Best Exotic Pets 18. We'll give you a moment to absorb just how cute they are. They make good first pets for kids because they have a calm nature and are relatively easy to care for. That coupled with the fact that it is nocturnal and has a venomous bite that is potentially deadly to humans has resulted in slow lorises being banned as pets in many places around the world. This state names the following primates (all great and lesser apes) as 'wild animals' and makes it illegal to own them: gibbons, orangutans, chimpanzees, siamangs, and gorillas as well macaques and baboon species. If you live in Alaska, California, Hawaii, or New York City, you might have to move if you want to own one of these adorable critters. Here in Maine, there are plenty of critters that can take a bite out of you if they do desire. A category 1 restricted species exhibition permit expires 2 years from the date of issuance. Maine pet stores are regulated and inspected by the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry. Oct. 15, 2015. Spend Your Valentines Day, Just The Two of You, In This Central Maine Cottage. Fish and Wildlife Chapter 915. Pigs are incredibly smart animals. 0000001763 00000 n <]/Prev 705225>> Do not assume that animals for sale in other states, including those states adjacent to Maine, are lawful in Maine. A person issued a permit under this subsection may not be charged with a penalty under section 12151. Notwithstanding section 12151 as it applies to section 12152, section 12151 does not apply to migratory game birds, partridge, grouse or pheasant owned by the department. Four U.S. states have no law restrictions on keeping dangerous wild animals as pets (Alabama, Nevada, North Carolina, and Wisconsin). Penalty. Owning bobcats for private purposes or as a pet is legal in several states. The practice is banned in all others. Rules adopted may include but are not limited to rules that: A. Oct. 15, 2015, 12154 . Fennec foxes are the smallest breed of fox, and their giant ears just take the cuteness level over the edge. al. Some human beings go for smaller creatures, which include hamsters, rabbits, rats, or fish. A permit holder who wishes to renew a permit issued under this section must renew the permit prior to its expiration date. It is illegal to export them from their home countries. C. The animal has distinct wolflike characteristics. There are plenty of cute and cuddly looking animals Id like to squeeze and take home and have forever and ever(or until the varied life spans last). Rules adopted under this subsection are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2-A. Wild turkeys can run up to 25 miles an hour! Repealed. Permit to transport wildlife for breeding and advertising. 1-A. The ADA and Maine's public accommodations law allow a public accommodation to exclude your service animal if it poses a direct threat to health and safety (or example, if your dog is aggressively barking and snapping at other customers, the facility can kick the dog out). Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, Utah: Non-Venomous . Servals are members of the feline family and are found throughout southern Africa. 0000006803 00000 n Large snakes may also kill pets and even humans.. For example, South Carolina prohibits owning lions as pets, but you can still own a monkey. 26), BANS commercial take (see commercial use). 0000003156 00000 n Laws 2015, c. 301, 28, eff. 41 State House Station scientific or educational purposes take/import (Section 10105(10)), collection or use of native wildlife within state for personal, scientific or educational purposes, Take/import wildlife and birds to inspect, cultivate, propagate or distribute or for scientific purposes for game industry (Section 10105(10)), Permit to import of live mallard, quail, and Chukar and Hungarian partridge for commercial shooting areas (Section 12102), Those allowed under Agriculture import permit (1809), Wildlife purchased from a dealer or pet shop, Native wild-caught reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates not threatened/endangered/special concern for personal use, 5 per species of amphibians, 2 per species of reptiles and unlimited invertebrates legal without a permit if kept separate from non-native, Harvest and sale of native amphibians and nonmarine invertebrates under commercial permit, Department owned migratory game birds, partridge, grouse or pheasant, Permit to take and transport wildlife within state for breeding and advertising, Fish, which are covered under separate rules, Domestically raised, genetically altered wildlife for agricultural production, Capuchins used as physical aides from recognized institution and not in public contact, Must be exhibitor, rehabilitator, laboratory, research, Issued to exhibitor, rehabilitator, laboratory, research or individual with demonstrated experience, Importation Permit (import wildlife including transport or relocation in state), EXEMPT: unrestricted species or transport through, LIMITED TO: captive-bred wildlife or wild-caught native wildlife used to recover threatened or endangered species, ALSO NEED: Certificate of Veterinary Inspection, Category 1 restricted species importation permit 250 application/$27 permit, Category 2 restricted species importation permit 100 application/$27 permit, Category 1 Restricted Species Exhibition Permit (Possess wildlife for commercial exhibition, attracting trade, or educational purposes) - 2 years - $250 application and $150 permit fee, General Possession Permit for Category 2 Species (possession by exhibitor, rehabilitator, USDA laboratory, research facility or individual with experience) - 2 years - $27 application and $27 permit fees, Wildlife Rehabilitation Permit (Possess debilitated or orphaned wildlife and rehabilitate and release or euthanize if release is not possible) - 2 years FREE, EXCLUDES: black bear, moose, white-tailed deer, wild turkey, threatened and endangered species, and exotic animals (BANNED), LIMITED TO: rehabilitation or approved public viewing for education, Research permit (import and possess endangered/threatened/human risk species or species requiring special housing or care for scientific research or educational purposes) - 2 years FREE, Educational and Scientific Collection Permit (hunt, trap, possess, band and transport native wildlife for educational or scientific purposes) 1 year FREE, EXEMPT: invertebrates not endangered/threatened/special concern, falconry, import, other captive wildlife permittees, fish, NO conviction of criminal law involving cruelty to animals in last 10 years of law no longer in effect, NO adjudication of civil violation of animal cruelty, and no conviction or adjudication of similar law in another state or country, Proof of federal permits and CITES compliance as applicable, MAY require microchips, spay/neuter, protected handler contact AND may have special conditions or exemptions for special needs animals, Restricted: maintain records for 5 years after disposition, Permission for new species or quantities and report births within 30 days, Meet ZAA and department facility and care requirements, NO chaining or tethering except training or controlled activities, medical care and grooming and except for diurnal birds of prey, Immediately notify of escapes of restricted, All but rehabilitators must submit head of adult cervid that dies for testing, 1-year practical husbandry OR 100 hours training or 50 hours with Bachelor of Science AND 2 professional references for Class 1 OR 2 personal references for Class 2, Safety measures in place to prevent public injury, Category 1 - emergency plan and requires authorization to allow public contact, Category 2 - maintenance plan in case of owner's death or injury, Requires 40 programs or 500 attendance every 2 years (may be waived educational), Sufficient employees or volunteers (be 18+ if working directly with animals), signs telling public not to annoy animals, Must not run freely, be removed from premises, taken to public area or come into contact with the public except for to a veterinarian or person authorized to possess it, Examination for 1st application, prior permit holders renewing if not taken in last 3 years, and those not actively rehabilitating in last 3 years, 100 hours of experience (or 50 with Bachelor of Science) and 2 professional references, BANS sale, barter and trade except transfer of debilitated wildlife to another rehabilitator, Transfer of nonreleaseable to other facilities requires permission, Authorization for volunteers or interns and sub-permittees, Be responsible for rehabilitation costs except may charge veterinarian for care, Wildlife must not become dependent on humans, Must either be released or euthanized within 6 months or request extension or transfer, Keep records and submit within 30 days of expiration or before renewal, Notify department within 48 hours of endangered and threatened species, Authorization if doing public viewing for education, NEW Allows ability for strategic recruitment and permitting for wildlife rehabilitators. Thats not true either. Oct. 15, 2015; 2015, c. 374, 5 to 10, eff. 703), Ferrets must be at least 8 weeks old before sale along with for import unless with mother. Pennsylvania and Massachusetts are a little more lenient and allow ownership if you have a permit. The commissioner may make an exception and authorize limited possession of these species by accredited research facilities in cases where there is a significant public benefit. 1. If you have the time, energy, and money to care for a new family member, there are so many different pets to choose from. 153 32 %U1"D3KZfniC9]d=[ohY%aW$dA'd#m :Atqjl6n_ |V!Y:6[Ian7825Bc(u $G`nM2%,wb)1Vv.wtvwTyf=zrwLv1%e}z{7.olvlY5RC{{Cax:+4VJs`-jeQQ4Pb2 lcDK|Qr6l],rMn2-L.cLi.B&>F1 pPec["[%i;.c}MESI + You would be participating in animal trafficking if you were to acquire one. Taking of certain nonmarine invertebrates from the wild for commercial purposes. The ban extends to dangerous and exotic pets.. Wildlife. For some wildlife and exotic animals there are exceptions as long as a person has the prerequisites to apply for and and hold a permit. I want to add some cool shrimpies to my tank and not sure what my options are. In some areas, ferrets are a rather common household pet. The term "wildlife exhibit" does not include the showing of an animal in connection with a theatrical exhibition, circus or agricultural fair. Only the commissioner or agents of the commissioner may sell, give away or release into the wild any live wild turkey, hybrid wild turkey, wild turkey-domestic turkey cross or fertile egg of these species. Chances are, youve probably seen ferrets in almost every pet store youve been in. ]tEntr)f$]#OXwP5HYF|N.sz'O 3-C. Prohibition; penalties. State By State Pet Snake Laws. The department shall maintain a list of unregulated fish and wildlife species for which a permit under this section is not required that is available to the public. Exemption. 1. A category 2 restricted species possession permit expires 2 years from the date of issuance. Check with your city or town to comply with both state and local laws. Other monkeys should be legal. Prohibited Species (cannot be possessed with or without a permit, exceptions apply): No permit shall be granted for prohibited species which the commissioner, in consultation with the captive wildlife technical committee have determined pose a significant risk to Maine's native flora and fauna, to the public welfare or to domestic animals. Per the California Department of Fish and Wildlife:. (01-001 Code of Maine Rules Ch. Do not assume that animals for sale in other states, including those states adjacent to Maine, are lawful in Maine. One of the main reasons people have tigers as pets is that it is legal to have your photo taken with a large cat in the country, as so they can sometimes generate income for their owners. According to TheSprucePets.com, there are at least 12 different animals that you're not allowed to keep as pets in Maine without breaking the law. (7 Maine Rev. LV\{yd*JRl EXEMPT: Possess, propagate or sell deer, bear, moose, wild turkey, hybrid wild turkey or wild turkey-domestic turkey cross nor does it authorize the permittee to possess, propagate or sell any wild animal taken in accordance with section 12401, 12402 or 12404; or. For some wildlife and exotic animals there are exceptions as long as a person has the prerequisites to apply for and and hold a permit. toddmkeller. I think you are thinking of Massachusetts, where its only illegal if you don't have the proper permit. The commissioner may issue an importation permit to a person or institution, to import wildlife in the State. The most common breeds banned through BSL include: Pit Bull Bullmastiff American Staffordshire Terrier Belgian Malinois Dogo Argentino Doberman Pinscher Cane Corso German Shepherd Rottweiler Alaskan Malamute Siberian Husky Presa Canario Bull Terrier Staffordshire Bull Terrier Wolf Hybrids American Bulldog Akita Chow Chow 2. Tethers must meet certain conditions to . A person issued a permit under this subsection must pay a fee of $500 in addition to the applicable application fee and permit fee. 2. Snakes and goats or turtles and tarantulas, every one of them has a certain charm. Statutes 3970-A), Allows commissioner (Agriculture) to regulate breeding and sale of small mammals like guinea pigs, hamsters and rabbits. Despite this, hedgehogs still remain popular pets in other parts of the country. A permit issued pursuant to this section does not authorize the permittee to: A. A. Do not adopt a wild raccoon. Issuance. A research permit is available at no cost and expires 2 years from the date of issuance; and. Share Copy Link. Maine pet stores are regulated and inspected by the. Determination of species. My monkey wouldn't necessarily harm others but my brother's dream of having a pet lion in the backyard might disrupt our neighborhood in North Yarmouth. dogs. 440 in 2017, a bill to prohibit dogs from riding on laps or sticking their head out the window. B. 353 Water Street You can also raise your big cat in Pennsylvania, Montana and Texas but you will need a permit. Still, there are some animals you see around Maine, but cannot have as a pet. The commissioner may issue a written permit to any person permitting that person to release into the wild captive, raised or imported wildlife. These are public records. B. They are classified as exotic animals in the US and are native to Australia and New Guinea. 0 Her articles have appeared on Buzzfeed, Business Insider, AOL, Yahoo, and MSN, among other sites. There are three species of tarantulas that are legal in Maine. Affected species. Nov. 1, 2017. 30 Things Mainers Would Put on a Maine License Plate Instead, How This Maine Dog, Lost, Alone and Freezing to Death, Escaped Tragedy, True Hero: Off-Duty Maine Firefighter Rescues Woman from Burning Westbrook Home, Help! 0000009645 00000 n Mar 27, 2010. Is your beloved pet legal in your state but not in another? Statutes 12151 et. Dogs What is maine's Law on Dogs: Leash law, dangerous/NUISANCE dogs, dog waste. This small, beautiful monkey-like animal with eyes as big as a stuffed toy is in serious danger of becoming extinct around the globe. Each day a person violates this subsection that person commits a Class E crime for which a minimum of $50 and an amount equal to twice the applicable license fee must be imposed. Laws 2015, c. 301, 28, eff. You can own one in Florida but you will need to have a license and permit to do so. The types of animals you can own varies drastically by each state, with Florida having way cooler animals on the list than what could safely survive here in the Pine Tree State. A person who violates subsection 1 commits a civil violation for which a fine of not less than $500 may be adjudged. Subchapter 15. The following fees apply to a permit under this paragraph: