Requests to Review or Change the Categorization of a Species: must be made on application forms provided by the department. 0000012731 00000 n It may come as a shock, but it is true. Exhibition, propagation or export or sale for commercial purposes is prohibited without a permit. According to 7 MRS 3911, "it is unlawful for any dog, licensed or unlicensed, to be at large, except when used for hunting." 7 MRS 3907 defines "at large" to be "off the premises of the owner and not under the control of any person whose personal presence and attention would reasonably control the . 71. Oct. 15, 2015. 1-A. 4. 4 & 7. However, some states have very strict laws restricting what types of animals can be legally owned. Check it out. Nov. 1, 2017. Most slow lorises are captured directly from the wild from Northeast India and South Asia, and so having one as a pet is rather unethical. 1. 709 ), a rental agreement gives tenants rights, including the right to a safe and habitable dwelling unit and the right to take some forms of alternative action. Notwithstanding section 12151, subsection 2, a person who violates paragraph A commits: (1) A Class E crime if the wildlife is permitted in accordance with this section and the permit holder does not immediately notify a law enforcement officer that the wildlife has escaped; (2) A Class E crime if the wildlife is not permitted in accordance with this section and the person immediately notifies a law enforcement officer that the wildlife has escaped; or. 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. 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). Permit required. Cute, cuddly and lovable. Prohibition; penalties. There obviously have to be written laws on this for the safety of us and the animals and if there weren't legislation in place, it would be a madhouse. It does not meet the criteria of a Prohibited Species or Category 1 Restricted Species and when: It requires special housing or care that cannot be provided by persons without training or experience; or. Are axolotls illegal? 1. What Would A Mainer Put On Those Little Valentine Candy Hearts? There are three species of tarantulas that are legal in Maine. Possession limits for each species are as follows: A. Amphibians, up to 5 specimens of each species; B. Rights of Tenants in Maine #639 Page 2 How To Use This Guide This guide gives you a quick look at Maine's landlord-tenant laws as of October 2015. Reptiles, up to 2 specimens of each species; and. Coley Emde Have nurtured domestic and exotic pets forever! You could potentially have a lion or a tiger as a pet (permit required) but you cannot have a bear as a pet in Maine. The thing is, owning a big cat is not legal in all states. Unrestricted List (PDF) (no permit needed): Maine law allows the Department to maintain a list of species of fish and wildlife, including tropical fish and invertebrates, which do not require an importation, exhibition, or possession permit, and may be traded by commercial pet shops. Pennsylvania and Massachusetts are a little more lenient and allow ownership if you have a permit. A. Establish daily and season possession limits; and. Importers shall, when requesting a permit, provide the commissioner with the following: A. 3. Under Maine's law, the landlord may ask for an additional pet deposit. Except as provided in section 12152, subsection 7, the following penalties apply to violations of this section. D. Charge a responsible party for the cost incurred to remove or euthanize unpermitted regulated fish or wildlife species. We've read their reasoning for it and we are going to repeat ourselves that the statutes in place are based on fear and/or ignorance. I am not condoning the ownership of these animals, I am simply letting you know what you could technically legally own in the state. In other states, owning axolotls is not illegal, but you should keep one eye on the restrictions of your county and the changes that can happen throughout the year. Repealed. UK. Many people may call you crazy, but some people actually do it. 1. Statutes 1809; Code of Maine Rules 01-001 Ch. 5 MRS 4592 prohibits discrimination against a person's use of a service animal in public places and specifically states, "This subsection does not apply to an assistance animal as defined in section 4553, BANS possession, breeding and selling of deer, bear, moose, wild turkeys and hybrids and nuisance animals along with import of wild turkeys and hybrids. 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. Ferrets are banned in California, Hawaii, Washington DC, New York City, All maps, graphics, flags, photos and original descriptions 2023 worldatlas.com, 10 Animals That Were Banned As Pets In The US (And Why), The Most Popular Animals Owned As Pets In The US, 10 Animals That Were Rediscovered After They Were Believed To Be Extinct. 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. 5. 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. Home Fish & Wildlife Fish and Wildlife in Captivity. Rulemaking. 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. Laws 2003, c. 655, B-201, eff. Ball Python 3. <]/Prev 705225>> Despite this, hedgehogs still remain popular pets in other parts of the country. June 28, 2019; 2019, c. 639, 7, eff. startxref Repealed. A person issued a permit under this subsection may not be charged with a penalty under section 12151. If released into the wild, theyre capable of creating their own population, according toJack Hanna, director emeritus of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and host ofWild Countdown. Prohibition. Here is a list of 13 pets you can surprisingly own in the state of Maine. Subchapter 15. al. A person issued a permit under this subsection must pay a fee of $500 in addition to the applicable application fee and permit fee. Issuance for unpermitted wildlife. 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. Locate a reputable raccoon breeder. A sugar glider is a small marsupial, (think tiny mouse-like kangaroo), that you can fit in your pocket. The practice is banned in California, Pennsylvania, Hawaii, and Georgia, as well as in Washington D.C. Part of the concern officials have is that if you decide to not raise your hedgehog and you dump it in a nearby forest to survive on its own in the wild, in the places mentioned you would likely be introducing a non-native and possibly invasive species into the woods. Repealed. B. Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Link copied! They are also pretty fast, they can run 35 miles per hour for short while, and steadily go 20 miles in an hour. trailer Unrestricted Species must be maintained in a humane and safe manner that does not jeopardize public health and safety, the welfare of the animal, or cause a public disturbance. dogs. 7. 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. Additionally, cruelty to animals laws state that any person who . 153 0 obj <> endobj (Chapter 184 Effective 6/21/21)(12 Maine Rev. Physical Address: They have the playful energy of a dog and the independent streak of a cat, so they can make wonderful pets. What is a sugar glider, to begin with? 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. But before you think about bringing a new pet into your family, you should know that Maine does have rules against keep certain animals . al. 2. Domesticated deer (fallow deer raised for food) are regulated by Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. May require genetic testing. The commissioner may issue a notice of corrective action to a person issued a permit under this subsection informing the person of the requirement to fully comply with application and permit conditions and that failure to comply may result in denial of future permits. Crystal red shrimp and most other freshwater aquarium shrimp you all know of and love to watch, are Illegal without a permit In the state I live in, Maine. Exemption. Maine pet stores are regulated and inspected by the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry. 1. Avid Member. ), Barrow's goldeneye, Mussels: tidewater mucket, yellow lampmussel, brook floater, Insects: roaring brook mayfly, ringed boghaunter, Clayton's copper, Tomah mayfly, twilight moth, Pine barrens zanclognatha, purple lesser fritillary, sleepy duskywing, Boreal snaketail, Right whale, humpback whale, finback whale, sperm whale, sei whale, leatherback turtle, Atlantic ridley turtle, and shortnose sturgeon. Oct. 15, 2015; 2015, c. 494, A-8, eff. One of the most popular pets trending across the United States is actually illegal in some cities and states. It has unique requirements for housing or care that cannot be provided outside of professionally designed and operated facilities. The commissioner may issue a written permit to any person permitting that person to release into the wild captive, raised or imported wildlife. 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. However, this is just not possible. Department breeding or rearing wild birds. The departments of food and agriculture, fish, and wildlife and health services are mandated to follow Section 671, and Title 14, which the California code of nature has stated. Applicants shall bear the burden of proof in proving that a species belongs in the requested category. June 16, 2020; 2021, c. 65, 3, 4, eff. Rabies vaccine must be administered by a licensed veterinarian or under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian. 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. The local city hall or zoning office will be able to issue you with a copy of their rules - "ordinances" - regarding the keeping of chickens in the area of their jurisdiction. The commissioner may grant a permit to introduce, import, transport, receive or possess fish or gametes in accordance with the provisions of section 12509. Some require permits, some have no regulations, and others do not allow you to own snakes at all. Hedgehog 4. 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. Issuance. al. According to ExoticAnimalsForSale.Net, you can only own one legally in Missouri, Florida, Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Nebraska, New York, Ohio, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Utah, South Dakota, Wyoming and Tennessee. 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. The practice is banned in all others. Are they safe tank mates? In fact it was the protective nature and pride that almost made the Wild Turkey the countrys bird representative instead of the American Bald Eagle. Twenty-one states have banned the practice, as large cats are obviously dangerous to have at home. 3. Maintain updated inspection provisions for applicants attempting to acquire a permit to possess or introduce, import and possess fish or wildlife in captivity; B. C. Repealed. 4. These species include hedgehogs, porcupines, sugar girdle, gerbils, prairie dogs, etc. 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)! 3-C. 12155. 153 32 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. B. 0000001464 00000 n Bummer. 0000004636 00000 n Mar 27, 2010. E as amended by Laws 2019, c. 501, 9>. (7 Maine Rev. 2011, c. 253, 24, eff. Special Report: New task force tackles illegal exotic pets Many exotic animals illegal in Maine. 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. 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 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.
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