Exotic pets have always been a very interesting topic, not because they are rarely owned but also because having exotic pets is a special attraction for the owner. Currently raising exotic animals is not as difficult as it used to be, because access to information is increasingly easy to reach on the internet and you can learn and dig deeper information before finally buying the exotic pet that you dream of.
Before we continue rinsing, you should first know about exotic pets, exotic pets are animals that are rarely kept because they are not tame, in other words, exotic pets are semi-tame animals that come from the wild and are used as pets.
Currently, there are so many people who breed exotic pets for hobbies or as income because of the high demand for exotic pets which have never decreased in demand. However, there are things that you should learn before deciding to raise exotic animals, because exotic pet care is not the same as pets in general such as cats or dogs.
Below will be discussed a complete list of exotic pets that are easy to care for and exotic pets that are legal to own, ranging from mammals, reptiles to fish. The pets below were chosen because they have been kept by many animal lovers in various parts of the world and have been bred a lot so that they have decreased or even lost their wild nature.
1. Piranha
This freshwater fish that has a reputation for killing machines is a type of fish originating from Venezuela's Orininoco River and Argentina's Parana River, but South America is not the only place these fish are present. In fact, this fish is also found in the waters of England, Mexico and China. Piranha has sharp teeth, the tooth enamel structure is similar to that of a shark.
Not all piranha fish eat meat, some types of piranhas are omnivores that eat plants and seeds. You can choose this fish to keep because the care is not too difficult. This fish can live a long time in the aquarium and it is enough to give fish or chicken pieces as food. The fact is that piranhas as pets have been gaining popularity since a long time ago.
These fish are not as bad as their reputation, they live in groups in the wild for safety, not because they hunt together. And if you fall in a river with piranhas in it, you don't need to worry because these fish only eat carcasses, they won't attack humans unless you disturb the eggs they will defend their eggs and attack you for security reasons.
2. Fennec Fox
Fox This small fox native to the Sahara desert has long been a charming exotic pet because of its beautiful fur and is still a close relative of wolves. The Fennec fox is the smallest canid species. These animals feed on insects, birds and small mammals.
For the size of the fox, this animal has a fairly long life span. Fennec foxes can live up to 14 years if kept in captivity and 10 years if in the wild, the predators of this fox are owls, eagles, wolves and other large mammals.
As a pet, this fox is quite tame like a dog and if it is kept from a young age, the level of taming is even the same as a cat, its maintenance is not too difficult because it can be given insects or pieces of chicken meat.
3. The Bengalcat
Bengalhas long been bred as an exotic pet. This cat comes from a domestic cat breed, The Spotted Egyptian, with an Asian leopard cat. The appearance of this cat still looks wild. This breed of cat is very energetic and requires a lot of exercise and play.
This exotic cat has more than 1,000 breeders around the world. If you are a cat lover and want to keep exotic animals, then the Bengal cat is the right choice. Just like other cats, this cat also likes to eat fish. The thing that distinguishes this cat from the cat in general is because this cat is not a type of cat that is silent but energetic and excited.
Many fathers and sons want to own this cat, the motif on its leopard-like fur makes this cat very interested and dreamed of by boys.
4. Hedgehong
Hedgehong is a type of hedgehog that is very popular today as an exotic pet. This type of hedgehog is a subfamily of the order Erinaceomorpha. This type of hedgehog has spines that are not sharp and even tend to be slightly soft when compared to hedgehogs in general. Their spines are also not poisonous.
In immature hedgehogs even their spines will fall out and turn into adult quills. As they mature their spines can also fall out due to pain or extreme pressure. This type of hedgehog is very cute when it turns into a ball.
This hedgehog can be an option for those of you who want a cute and interesting exotic pet, when raised as a small hedgehog, it will be tame like a kitten and its care is not too difficult. Enough is given food for larvae and small insects. Bathing once every two weeks is sufficient to clean the body and thorns.
5. Bearded Dragon
Bearded Dragon is a type of exotic reptile that is still one species with lizards. Reptiles of this type are found in Australia and have natural habitats in deserts, shrubs and forests. Reptiles of this type have been very widely bred because of the high demand.
Another reason this reptile is so popular is because its maintenance is very easy compared to other types of reptiles. This animal is not a nocturnal type so it has the same sleep hours as humans, so those of you who want to keep this reptile have a lot of free time playing with it during the day and evening moments after feeding.
The good news is that if they are cared for and fed properly, these exotic animals can live up to 20 years. This pet can be a great choice for those of you who like reptiles.
6. Ilama
Ilama is a very cute and adorable mammal. This thin-haired animal is native to South America and is found mostly in the Andes Mountains. These animals can grow up to 2 meters and weigh up to 200 kilograms. Ilama are social animals that live in groups, the great thing is that they can lift up to 30% of their body weight.
These cute animals are very popular with children and are included in exotic pets that are easy to care for because they only eat vegetables and fruit and are not aggressive and can be a child's playmate. Many people maintain ilama because of its tame and friendly nature.
If you want an exotic pet of a mammal type then the ilama is the right choice.
7. Axototl
Axototl is a type of aquatic animal that has a very unique shape, some people even mention that this animal looks like an extraterrestrial creature. Even though many people think that this is a fish, this animal is actually included in the amphibian class.
This animal is also commonly called the Mexican walking fish, this unique animal is also very unusual like amphibians in general because they reach adulthood without a metamorphosis process like a frog or toad. Adult Axototl also lives in the water and has gills.
The axototl has the characteristics of salamander larvae. Their heads are wide and their eyes are not closed, for people who like unique exotic animals, the Axototl is a very suitable choice. The amazing thing is that these animals can regenerate their body cells which break up into one piece and become perfect again.
8. Sugar Glider
Despite their small size, these cute animals get their name from their eating habits, these animals are very fond of sweet foods such as fresh fruit or vegetables. In addition, Sugar Gliders also eat small insects, eggs and small insects.
For those of you who want to own this exotic animal, there is good news because this animal can live up to 15 years, this age is the same as the lifespan of dogs and cats in general. Sugar Glider is a type of marsupial that has a pouch in its stomach. Sugar Glider is a nocturnal type that is active at night, but if you make it as a pet, Sugar Glider will follow human sleep time and you can freely play with it during the day or evening.
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