Some human beings go for smaller creatures, which include hamsters, rabbits, rats, or fish. Which Countries Have Banned Plastic Bags? 2. All species listed under state law as threatened or endangered; B. Cats, dogs, birds and fish always top the list but here in Maine, people share their space with all kinds of amazing creatures. 153 32 (12 Maine Rev. Birds, beavers, hippos, elephants, giraffes, kanagroos, kinkajous, primates, hybrids, turtles and snakes are among the animals that are prohibited from being kept as pets. For both Categories of Restricted Species there are multiple credentials that must be met in order to qualify for a permit to possess the species.There are two categories of restricted species, see description below: It does not meet the criteria of a Prohibited Species and when: It is included on the U.S. list of endangered or threatened species, is listed in Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species, is listed by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature as Endangered, Critically Endangered or Extinct in the Wild or is state listed as Endangered or Threatened across a significant portion of its native range; or, It is known to harbor an agent substantially harmful to humans, domestic livestock, poultry, native wildlife, other animals, or Maine flora; or, It has a geographic distribution and life requisites that would allow it to survive in Maine if accidentally or intentionally introduced into the wild; or, It is included on the USFWS list of Injurious Species; or, It is capable of inflicting serious bodily injury to humans; or. Laws 2017, c. 205, 21, eff. al. Baby moose, also called calfs, can out run humans when they are barely a week old! We'll give you a moment to absorb just how cute they are. There are five types of eels you can legally own in Maine with no permit, including the half-banded spiny, peacock, zig-zag, fire, and marbled swamp eels. 12157. i[yG=/M_AE1^Tho7KR^3S9"SzjCR~W$+ZWD{\d} rZRmvb8jUJ>oE(J}1W&vZ7MFMjiYq0 U\*`i%JN))~d!Td$6x-DsCh|THx!@ 'CYqFeJ7,S7}!Vl{%fHC5"sf;M6HDG# s Permit required. The commissioner may adopt rules that classify wildlife into categories as described in subsection 3-D for purposes of determining applicable fees under this section. Blanding's Turtle Emydoidea blandingii , Box Turtles Terrapene carolina, Spotted Turtle Clemmys guttata and Wood Turtles Glyptemys. Rules. Laws 2015, c. 374, 11, eff. A sugar glider is a small marsupial, (think tiny mouse-like kangaroo), that you can fit in your pocket. Tethers must meet certain conditions to . 2. Lets learn about some of them! The reasons why my home isnt filled with bears, tigers, penguins and other lovable animals are: Luckily there are laws in place anyway to help us keep us safe from our love of animals(check out the Maine law here). April 27, 2016; 2017, c. 205, 14 to 19, eff. 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. Each day a person violates subsection 2 that person commits a Class E crime for which a minimum fine of $50 and an amount equal to twice the applicable license fee must be imposed. 0000001464 00000 n 4 & 7. Under Maine's law, the landlord may ask for an additional pet deposit. Requirements; leg band required. Brittany Gibson is a regular contributor to RD.coms culture, food, health, and travel sections. Other monkeys should be legal. Per the California Department of Fish and Wildlife:. The department may assess a late fee of $25, in addition to the required permit fee, to a person who does not renew a permit prior to its expiration date. That's what we all think of when it comes to having a pet in our home. A person may not remove a leg band attached to a bird under this subsection until the bird is finally prepared for consumption. 0000103478 00000 n 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. 440 in 2017, a bill to prohibit dogs from riding on laps or sticking their head out the window. Some towns may have municipal ordinances which prohibit certain invertebrates such as scorpions, tarantulas or other venomous spiders, or which further regulate the keeping of animals which the Department otherwise allows. Nov. 1, 2017, 12159 . The fee for a permit issued under this subsection is $27. The following permits may be issued by the commissioner: A. Deer kept for other purposes are regulated by DIFW.PERMIT (Entry Permit) from Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, health certificate, negative TB test in last 60 days, and negative Brucellosis test and Bluetongue test in last 30 days unless less than 180 days old required to import domesticated deer. Read our guide for state-by-state pet ownership laws. 7), Allowing exotic animals to escape is a Class E crime if 1) person has permit but fails to report escape, or 2) person does NOT have permit and reports escape. Sometimes, theyre even impressively more intelligent than dogs, says Hanna. Except as provided in this section, a person may not take or possess reptiles or amphibians from the wild for export, sale or commercial purposes. Some people like to have these stinky critters as pets but they need some altering before being taken home.Pet owners usually have the scents glands removed from the skunk when it is about one month old, and this practice is seen as inhumane by some. 1. Just as with big cats, if you are adventuresome enough, you are free to legally own an alligator as a pet in Alabama, Nevada, South Carolina, and Wisconsin. 2. Hunting: Seasons, Requirements and Restrictions. 1-B. D. Require humane harvest, confinement and disposal methods. That couch you like so much may not be there when you come home from work if you had a pet bear. sarroca808 said: all chams are illegal in Hawaii. 19 tarantulas (4 dead) and all are illegal in Maine and a ball python that had no water . Axolotls are legal as pets in Arizona. [See also Chapter 7. A category 2 restricted species possession permit expires 2 years from the date of issuance. While some states are accepting of these little birds, others banned them altogether. Statutes 12507, 12509, 12512, 12551A, 12556, 12609-A, 12611; Code of Maine Rules 09-137 Sec. Possession limits for each species are as follows: A. Amphibians, up to 5 specimens of each species; B. I want to add some cool shrimpies to my tank and not sure what my options are. The permit expires one year from the date of issuance. Allows taking 2 snapping turtles from the wild for personal purposes without permit (as allowed under captive wildlife exemption). Fish Cultivation Permit (PDF) For more information, please contact Todd Langevin at 207-287-5261. Here is a list of 13 pets you can surprisingly own in the state of Maine. Laws 2015, c. 374, 11, eff. Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry mainly has control over import of domestic animals and poultry. 4. A person is guilty of cruelty to animals if that person intentionally, knowingly or recklessly commits bestiality on an animal. Have you ever thought about it? It is illegal to export them from their home countries. Thats not true either. Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. There are an estimated 3,000 tigers living in the wild on Earth, and about 5,000 lounging about as pets in America. (12 Maine Rev. 3-B. Penalties. C. The animal has distinct wolflike characteristics. Physical Address: For these reasons, having one as a pet is banned in many places. 6. 4. In other states, you'll need a permit, registration or both. Locate a reputable raccoon breeder. 0000002648 00000 n 12155. xref 0000012731 00000 n Nov. 1, 2017. An applicant for a permit under this section shall submit a written application on a form specified by the commissioner. The commissioner may issue a permit under this section to a person who possesses wildlife without a permit for which a permit is required if the possession would have been allowed had the person applied for a permit before importing or possessing the wildlife. 2. B. Snakes and goats or turtles and tarantulas, every one of them has a certain charm. Taking of certain nonmarine invertebrates from the wild for commercial purposes. Domesticated deer (fallow deer raised for food) are regulated by Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. Except as otherwise provided in this Part, a person may not import wildlife into or possess wildlife in the State or receive or possess wildlife imported into the State. 16.14). Are they safe tank mates? dogs. As cute, small and defenseless the cubs may be (a brown bear cub can be as small as 16 ounces, thats smaller than I was when I was born!) 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. 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. EXEMPT: (Code of Maine Rules 09-137 Ch. She earned a BA in English from the University of Connecticut, We are no longer supporting IE (Internet Explorer), (Heres a shocking factpuppy mills are still allowed in the U.S.), which pet combinations are most likely to hate each other, a list compiled by the Quaker Parakeet Society, 50 more things you wont believe are banned in America, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. 2. The thing is, owning a big cat is not legal in all states. Avid Member. Others need amphibian or reptile pets; frogs, snakes, or lizards, are famous 'exotic' options. It requires a special commitment to ensure proper care and welfare. However, people with disabilities who use service animals are entitled to full and equal access to housing. ; Code of Maine Rules 09-137 Ch. Department breeding or rearing wild birds, 12155 . ;7_& $Q $S;[iJekV. ANN 32-1301-32-1312, it is illegal to possess or breed any dangerous regulated animal. 0000004636 00000 n ), black-crowned night heron, least bittern, Herp: box turtle, black racer, Blandings turtle, Insects: Edwards hairstreak, Hessels hairstreak, Katahdin arctic, Juniper hairstreak, rapids clubtail, cobblestone tiger beetle, Frigga fritillary, Mammals: Northern bog lemming, Eastern small-footed bat, Birds: razorbill, Atlantic puffin, Harlequin duck, Arctic tern, upland sandpiper, common gallinule, great cormorant (breeding pop. 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. 5 8 Related Topics Fish tank Pet fish Pet Animals and Pets 8 comments Best Add a Comment Feb. 25, 2014 -- They're cute, quiet and surprisingly controversial. "Wildlife" means any species of the animal kingdom, except fish, that is wild by nature, whether or not bred or reared in captivity, and includes any part, egg or offspring of the animal, or the dead body or parts of the animal. Surprisingly, many states in the country allow you to have a monkey as a pet. 0000006059 00000 n Learn about the laws pertaining to the possession of wildlife in Maine before acquiring an animal or bringing one into the state when you move. C. Establish requirements for humane harvest, confinement and disposal methods. (3) A Class D crime if the wildlife is not permitted in accordance with this section and the person does not immediately notify a law enforcement officer that the wildlife has escaped. Prohibition; penalties. Persons harvesting freshwater mussels, butterflies, moths, dragonflies or beetles for export, sale or commercial purposes are required to obtain a permit from the commissioner. VWW9O{`u:bpv#dS]vlQ (@`` 4wy3Yf9rjWtP[yZsFLf^sT*m%P8@Kio}Z r]Z:alhz>RsM +SpZ[? 7, 7.00 - 7.18], 12152 . Taking of certain nonmarine invertebrates from the wild for commercial purposes. Subchapter 15. A person may not take or transport within the limits of the State wildlife taken in the State for breeding or advertising purposes unless that person holds a valid permit issued under this section. 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. Oct. 15, 2015. %PDF-1.4 % 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). The department may pursue genetic testing to determine if the animal is a wolf or wolf hybrid. Nov. 1, 2017; 2017, c. 285, 2, eff. 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. The fee for a permit issued under this subsection is $27. Repealed. A category 1 restricted species importation permit, which allows the holder to import wildlife that is endangered or threatened or presents a risk to humans into the State. For the purposes of this section, disposing includes, but is not limited to, transferring the animal to a person holding a permit under section 12152 or euthanasia in accordance with Title 17, chapter 42, subchapter 4. Permit types; application fees; permit fees. A category 1 restricted species exhibition permit, which allows the holder to exhibit wildlife for commercial purposes that is endangered or threatened or presents a risk to humans or that requires special housing or care. 206). Axolotls are illegal only in certain states such as California, Maine, New Jersey, and Virginia. 0000002111 00000 n The following fees apply to a permit under this paragraph: C. A category 2 restricted species importation permit, which allows the holder to import wildlife that requires special housing or care. "Wildlife" includes wild animals and wild birds. Laws 2017, c. 205, 21, eff. Nov. 1, 2017; 2017, c. 285, 1, eff. Affected species. Require reporting of commercial harvest activities, including at a minimum dates, locations and numbers collected by species; B. Cute, cuddly and lovable. Except as provided in subsection 4, an owner or keeper of a cat over 3 months of age must have that cat vaccinated against rabies. A permit holder who wishes to renew a permit issued under this section must renew the permit prior to its expiration date. Except as otherwise authorized pursuant to this Part, a person may not import pheasants, alive, dead or dressed, unless that person has a valid permit issued under this section. According to Maine law ( MRS Tit. Prohibition; penalties. Although capable of living indoors with humans similarly to cats or dogs, pet skunks are relatively rare, partly due to restrictive laws and the complexity of their care. al. Any species which has not been identified as a Prohibited, Restricted, or Unrestricted species will not be eligible for a permit however a request may be made to review the categorization of a species. Repealed. 721). Maine: Cruelty to animals. trailer Fennec Foxes are illegal in Missouri, Minnesota, Nevada, and . Bats can also carry rabies and histoplasmosis causing pathogens, a type of lung infection. Oct. 15, 2015; 2015, c. 494, A-8, eff. Issuance for unpermitted wildlife. And although the animals on this list can technically be owned in the state, it's not always the safest or smartest thing to do so always use common sense, best practices, and if you aren't sure, ask. 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. Unfortunately, that didnt stop New York City from banning them as being pets. 6)REQUIREMENTS:General: (12 Maine Rev. al. Maine pet stores are regulated and inspected by the. Whats better than that? 184 0 obj <>stream You may be surprised what pets you are legally allowed to own depending on what state you live in. 2. According to the Humane Society, Agricultural and environmental officials have expressed concern that released or escaped hamsters could establish wild colonies and damage crops and native plants and animals. Despite this, hamsters make for great first pets, says Hanna. Hedgehogs require a lot of care and attention, and are not suitable for everyone. 26), BANS commercial take (see commercial use). HU[o0~G{&`Lxvw%d ics&i%~yKt&DKKr3mI]2I+a&spg^;g3 BQiN' 3)y`=C}$cIGPpaV-[j83GVi\=,N&Hu`8S]D9`"]BmsMoUU J:M #>QiyMa Complaints received via email must contain the reporting party's name and phone number; the name of the animal owner, (if known), a physical address, a description of the animals and the type of complaint. Rules adopted may include but are not limited to rules that: A. Summary:These Maine statutes prohibit keeping wildlife in captivity, importing, breeding or releasing wildlife into the wild, with exceptions for a person holding a license. 71. As long as you own 2.5 acres, you can keep many types of animals in Florida, including bears, large cats, rhinos, crocodiles and chimpanzees, and more. Mammals: New England cottontail, little brown bat, Northern long-legged bat, Birds: least tern, golden eagle, piping plover, sedge wren, grasshopper sparrow, roseate tern, black tern, American pipet (breeding pop. 12159. Nov. 1, 2017; 2019, c. 355, 6, eff. A category 1 restricted species exhibition permit does not allow the holder to exhibit wolf hybrids, as defined in Title 7, section 3907, subsection 30. The commissioner shall adopt rules pertaining to harvest methods, confinement and disposal of amphibians. B. 2. Along with other illegal pets, these parakeets have potential to create their own flocks and throw off local ecosystems. In Maine, rental agreements can be either written or oral. Many people may call you crazy, but some people actually do it. 12161. A person who violates subsection 1 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. Statutes 12152), BANS keeping hunted and trapped upland game and furbearers alive except as allowed under the captive wildlife laws and for beagle clubs. There is an overwhelming fear that the cages or contaminants will break, thus releasing the animals into the community, where they may become an invasive species. The rules must, at a minimum, include the list of unrestricted, nonnative species as provided in paragraph B, a category of wildlife that is endangered or threatened or presents a risk to humans, a category of wildlife that requires special housing or care and a category of prohibited species for which a permit is not issued under any circumstances. Check out these26 secrets your pet store wont tell you. Subpart 4. Permit required. Are Hedgehogs Legal in Maine Hedgehogs are small, spiny mammals that are found in parts of Europe, Africa, and Asia. One of the most popular pets trending across the United States is actually illegal in some cities and states. In some areas, ferrets are a rather common household pet. Here in Maine, there are plenty of critters that can take a bite out of you if they do desire. Reptiles, up to 2 specimens of each species; and. Usually, a possum does not come to most human beings' minds once they think about owning a pet. You can apply for a particular wildlife permit to keep . Aug. 31, 2004. A dog owner or keeper shall pay a fee of $11 to the municipal clerk or dog licensing agent for each dog 6 months of age or older and capable of producing young. Primates that aren't great apes and baboons are legal. Alberta: Illegal (780) 422-2079 : Refer to Wildlife Regulation Section 135 Possession of non-licence animals 135(1) Subject to subsection (2), a person may possess any live non-licence animal except a raccoon, a skunk or a bat of a kind that is a wildlife animal. ; Code of Maine Rules 09-137 Ch. Permit to possess wildlife in captivity, 12153 . 0000001763 00000 n Except as otherwise provided in this Part, this section applies to the possession of any wildlife regulated by the State that is held in captivity and to the importation of wildlife from an area outside the State, including: A. For example, in Alabama, Nevada, North Carolina, South Carolina and Wisconsin bobcat ownership is freely permitted. Maintain updated inspection provisions for applicants attempting to acquire a permit to possess or introduce, import and possess fish or wildlife in captivity; B. Statutes 6971 et. Only five US states will allow you to raise your own pet lion if you please without a permit, including Wisconsin, Nevada, Alabama, North Carolina and South Carolina. Sugar gliders are native to Australia and New Guinea. The commissioner may grant a permit to introduce, import, transport, receive or possess fish or gametes in accordance with the provisions of section 12509. Pets that are allowed however include guinea pigs, chinchillas, domesticated mice and rats, parakeets, and doves. However, some states have very strict laws restricting what types of animals can be legally owned. California certainly isn't on the list of states that allow hedgehogs as pets! June 16, 2020; 2019, c. 652, 1, eff. (2) A person may possess a live raccoon, skunk or bat referred to in subsection (1) temporarily for the purpose of capturing it and . Every State in New England Crushed This Crucial Top 20 List, Including the #1 Spot, The Top 10 Ways Mainers Were Scammed Out of Millions of Dollars in 2022, Win Tickets to See Jerry Cantrell at Aura in Portland, Maine, 25 Sayings That Could Get Your Mainer Card Revoked, Five New England States Rank as Most Expensive to Live in Right Now, This Maine Police Department Welcomes Adorable Dog Tag to the Team, These 50 Maine Restaurants Will Warm Up the Body and Soul During a Cold Winter. The commissioner may by rule: A. Fennec Fox. Pet skunks are mainly kept in the United States, Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, and Italy . There are a lot of restrictions when it comes to exotic animals being kept in Maine. When the commissioner denies a request, the department will advise the individual or entity making the request of the basis for the denial. Even if an animal is cute and cuddly doesnt mean it would make it a good house pet. insculpta are protected. A person may not keep wildlife in captivity except as provided under section 10105, subsection 10, sections 12102, 12152 and 12157 and Title 7, section 1809 or except if the wild animal was purchased from a dealer or pet shop licensed under Title 7, section 3933. An educational and scientific collection permit is available at no cost and expires one year from the date of issuance. Be wary of animals advertised for sale on the Internet or in newspapers. Or if we had one in the office for our mascot, but I dont think we could fit it through our doors (their antlers can span up to a total of six feet), or feed it (as herbivores, they eat 50-60 pounds of food a day)! I may not be able to have my own capuchin to throw its poo around my house but you would be surprised what animals we actually are allowed to own. A person issued a permit under this subsection may not be charged with a penalty under section 12151. 2003, c. 414, A-2; 2017, c. 205, 20, eff. Credits2003, c. 414, A-2; 2003, c. 655, B-207, B-208, eff. Large snakes may also kill pets and even humans.. Tarantula 2. Whose Ghost Inside Andys Old Port Pub in Portland? Like hedgehogs, ferrets could easily create their own population; they thrive best in climates like Californias and Hawaiis, says Hanna. BANS possession, breeding and selling of deer, bear, moose, wild turkeys and hybrids and nuisance animals along with import of wild turkeys and hybrids.Maine classifies all other wildlife in captivity except fish as either unregulated, prohibited, restricted or unclassified. Top 10 Alcohol Consuming Countries In The World, The Biggest Heists and Bank Robberies in American History. Requests should be mailed to Wildlife Division Inland Fisheries & Wildlife 353 Water Street Augusta, ME 04330. Smart as a whip and cute, foxes may make great pets for some, but they are still a wild animal at heart. BANS taking, possessing, taking and transporting endangered and threatened species except educational or scientific purposes or enhance recovery or survival.LISTS:Endangered Species: (12 Maine Rev. It's illegal to keep a kangaroo as a pet in the preponderance of the United States. Banned animals range from the more obviouslions, tigers, bears, wolvesto the obscure, such as mongooses (prohibited in Alabama) and the raccoon dog (banned in both South Dakota and Kentucky). These illnesses are ones that have jumped from bats to humans, and you want to avoid them as they are often potentially fatal. 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. Landlords also have rights, including the right to be . 703), Ferrets must be at least 8 weeks old before sale along with for import unless with mother. Fax: (207) 287-8094 or (207) 287-6395 0000101936 00000 n Wolf hybrid kennels (where 1 or more wolf hybrids are kept and bred) require registration with the department.Requires IFW to respond to requests to help capture and dispose of wolf hybrids (no dog license or identification and distinct wolf-like characteristics). It's illegal to own any of the seven sea turtle species: Loggerhead turtles, Green sea turtles, Leatherback turtles, Hawksbill turtles, Kemp's ridley turtles, Olive ridley turtles, and Flatback turtles. The commissioner may issue an importation permit to a person or institution, to import wildlife in the State. California. While river otters are specifically mentioned as an animal that can be owned with a permit, this may only apply to native otters. For purposes of this paragraph, "commits bestiality" means that a person: (1) Engages in a sexual act with an animal for the purpose of that person's sexual . 1-877-269-9200 (Toll Free) animal.welfare@maine.gov. 0000000016 00000 n Hedgehog 4. Unrestricted Species Cypriniformes (Minnows, Carp, And Allies) Scientific Name Common Name Acantopsis dialuzona Horse-Faced Loach Balantiocheilos melanopterus Silver Shark Barbichthys laevis Sucker Barb Barbonymus schwanenfeldii Tinfoil Barb Barbus sachsii Goldfinned Barb Boraras maculatus Dwarf Rasbora Botia dario Bengal Loach Botia lohachata Pakistani Loach Botia modesta Orangefin Loach I think you are thinking of Massachusetts, where its only illegal if you don't have the proper permit. Having a copy of this at home will be handy should you run into problems with neighbors. 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. So I contacted the Maine department of wildlife and asked them why this is so. All species other than those listed in paragraph A not included on a list of unregulated, nonnative species that is maintained by the commissioner to facilitate the issuance of importation permits; and. Establish a season, including daily and season possession limits; and. The department shall adopt rules establishing procedures for disposing of animals determined to be wolf hybrids under subsection 1. There are more tigers living as pets in the US than there are in the wild across the entire globe.

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