Confused about native, non-native, introduced, and invasive species? This guide breaks down the definitions, explains how scientists classify them, and explores real-world examples like zebra mussels ...

Owners must secure a Class I permit to house specific, inherently dangerous mammals. Interestingly, it’s legal to own a zebra, while possessing a native skunk is strictly prohibited. Submitting a ...

KAUKAUNA — J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue, in partnership with 1000 Islands Environmental Center, Fox-Wolf Watershed Alliance, and the University of Wisconsin Sea Grant / Water Resources Institutes, ...

North Carolina regulates exotic animals differently from many other states. Instead of relying on a single statewide law that clearly defines which exotic animals can or cannot be kept as pets, the ...

Picture this. Someone tells you they own a full-grown bear. Odds are your first thought is not “Oh, how wonderful!” It’s probably more like, “Is that even legal?” or “Who thought that was a good idea?