Jul 7, 2024, 05:21 PM IST

7 wild animals that can be pets

Varnika Srivastava

Fennec Foxes: Fennec foxes, despite appearing small and unattractive, are popular exotic mammals due to their ease of management and thrive in homes with proper care.

Tamanduas and Two-Toed Sloths: Wild and exotic animals don't equate to danger; a two-toed sloth can out-crawl an infant, and they're high-maintenance pets, despite misinformation about them. 

Bennett's Wallabies: Wallabies are small, harmless pets, so they shouldn't be banned anywhere. They should be kept in a sufficient pen with shelter.

Muntjac deer: A unique species of house pets, can reach the size of a large house cat and are affectionate, enriching pets that thrive with proper human care.

Spotted Genets: The exotic pet, referred to as a "wild African exotic mammal" in an episode of National Geographic's Wild Justice, is actually harmless.

Bushbabies: Primates as pets require dedicated, animal-smart owners who understand their complex needs, prefer setting them up in colonies for social enrichment, or have a human owner for significant time.

Capybaras, the world's largest rodent, are attractive to pet-experienced individuals, but can be enjoyable in water-filled yards with a pool or deep pond.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports