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1. theconversation.com › astonishing-global-demand‘Astonishing’: global demand for exotic pets is driving a ...

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   Oct 6, 2022 · The United States is one of the biggest markets for the wildlife trade. And our new research has identified an astonishing number of unregulated wild-caught animals being brought into the US ...

2. www.worldwildlife.org › stories › should-you-keep-anShould you keep an exotic animal as a pet? A new guide can ...

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   • Conservation. When it comes to exotic pets, animal sourcing is a complex topic. From a conservation standpoint, most of the exotic pet trade is legal. However, illegal smuggling and collection has intensified due to increasing demand for rare and unusual species, compromising conservation efforts and profiting criminal gangs worldwide.
   • Legality. Exotic pet ownership and the regulations and laws involved aren’t entirely straightforward. In the US, endangered species and those animals that are a risk to human, environmental, or agricultural health are regulated at the federal level.
   • Public health. Whether it is the potential to spread zoonotic diseases or cause physical harm to people from biting, scratching, or venom, all pets pose some risk to human health.
   • Invasiveness. The exotic pet trade is one of the leading causes of the spread of invasive species, which is a significant driver of biodiversity loss and sometimes massive economic impacts from damage to agriculture and fisheries.

3. www.scientificamerican.com › article › our-love-ofOur Love of Exotic Pets Is Driving Wildlife Decline

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   Oct 1, 2017 · The trade in wild-caught pets is driven at least as much by demand from collectors in the U.S. and Europe. Aquariums in the U.S., for example, are the final destination for about 11 million fish ...

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5. theweek.com › environment › the-rise-in-dangerousThe rise in dangerous exotic pets in the UK - The Week

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   Mar 1, 2024 · More than 2,700 dangerous animals, including lions, tigers and crocodiles, were being kept as pets in the UK in 2023, according to new research by wildlife charity Born Free. The "disturbing array ...

6. www.nationalgeographic.com › animals › articleExotic pet trade, explained - National Geographic

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   Feb 20, 2019 · In addition, nonprofits around the world have been trying to shut down the exotic pet trade by educating people about the harms of owning these animals. Research conducted by the World Animal ...

7. theexoticpets.com › should-exotic-animals-be-keptShould Exotic Animals Be Kept As Pets? Pros and Cons

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   Dec 19, 2023 · In conclusion, whether exotic animals should be kept as pets is a complex answer. It is a complex issue that requires a thoughtful and nuanced approach. While the allure of exotic pets is undeniable, potential owners must consider the legal, ethical, environmental, and welfare implications before deciding to bring an exotic animal into their ...

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   Why are exotic animals so popular?

   • Social media and the internet have popularized exotic animals as pets, making them much easier to buy with the press of a button. This means that anyone can purchase an exotic pet without knowing basic information about how to properly care for it, the behavioral or health risks to people and the animals, or where the animals were sourced from.

   Should you keep an exotic animal as a pet? A new guide can help you

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   Why are exotic pets becoming more popular?

   • With a rapidly growing number of new owners of exotic pets, the demand for high-quality nutrition and veterinary care for non-traditional species is on the rise. Nowadays, millions of exotic animals are being bought and sold around the world.

   The business of exotic pets: an update - GlobalPETS

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   What is the global demand for exotic pets?

   • Global demand for exotic pets is increasing. Pictured: a barred eagle-owl kept as a pet in Indonesia. Mast Irham/EPA. Most live animals transported through the wildlife trade are destined for the global, multi-billion dollar exotic pet market.

   ‘Astonishing’: global demand for exotic pets is driving a massive trade

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   What is an exotic pet?

   • The term “exotic” doesn’t have a set definition, but it usually refers to a wild animal or one that’s more unusual than your standard dog or cat. The booming business in exotic pets is known as the exotic pet trade. Some of this trade is legal, but many times animals are captured from the wild illegally to supply demand for exotic pets.

   Exotic pet trade, explained - National Geographic

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   Are exotic pets a problem?

   • It can also lead to diseases transmitted from wildlife to humans and threaten the welfare of trafficked animals. Tackling this problem requires an international effort – particularly by rich nations where the demand for exotic pets is greatest. Global demand for exotic pets is increasing.

   ‘Astonishing’: global demand for exotic pets is driving a massive trade

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   Are exotic pets causing growth opportunities in the pet industry?

   • The rising demand for exotic pets is creating growth opportunities in the pet industry – not only for bricks-and-mortar retailers, but also for e-commerce platforms, manufacturers of food and accessories, and the veterinary sector. Let’s take a closer look at the unconventional.

   The business of exotic pets: an update - GlobalPETS

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9. globalpetindustry.com › article › the-business-ofThe business of exotic pets: an update - GlobalPETS

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   Apr 18, 2024 · Letty Sitter recently moved to a 400 sq m location, where it now offers veterinary services and open space for exotic species to interact and play. “It’s a business where you need to be constantly learning. Dogs and cats have patterns. But with exotics and wild animals, handling is very important.