In October 2025, a truck transporting 21 rhesus monkeys overturned on Interstate 59 north of Heidelberg, Mississippi. Several of the animals escaped into the surrounding rural area, prompting public ...

Florida has strict rules about ownership and possession of wildlife in the state. These rules define and cover the kind of wildlife considered exotic, like tigers, gorillas, and elephants. The rules ...

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 ...

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 ...

Alabama’s exotic pet laws are stricter and more fragmented than many people expect. Instead of maintaining a single, ...

42 Rare and Unique Exotic Pets You'll Want ASAP originally appeared on PetHelpful. Dogs and cats may be widely beloved, but some pet parents prefer to take a walk on the wild side. There's a whole ...

It depends on the animal in question and the location.

Here’s what you need to know about owning a raccoon as a pet in Florida, and how some exotic pets in Florida are classified ...