7 Animals That Are Banned To Keep As Pets in India
By Jasreet Kaur06, Jul 2024 01:30 PMjagranjosh.com
Banned animals
In India, some animals cannot be kept as pets. The government has rules to make sure wild and exotic animals stay in their natural homes. Tap to read about animals that are banned to keep as pets in India.
Big Cats
Tigers, lions and leopards are prohibited from being kept in order to safeguard them against endangerment while avoiding the human-animal conflicts.
Primates
Monkeys and apes, like chimpanzees and orangutans are not allowed as pets due to their difficult demands and the hazard of zoonotic illnesses.
Exotic Birds
To prevent illegal wildlife trade, some exotic birds such as macaws and African grey parrots are restricted for their conservation.
Reptiles
To protect natural habitats and avert health risks for people, it is banned some reptiles’ species including certain types of snakes and turtles.
Marine Animals
Because they require special care and large habitats, dolphins or any other marine mammals should not be kept as pets.
Elephants
It is unlawful to keep elephants as pets although traditional ceremonies may occasionally involve them under certain conditions.