Illegal Pets : 10 Animals Prohibited As Pets In India

1. Lion: Lions and other big cats are usually prohibited as pets due to the potential danger they pose to humans and the challenges of providing proper care.

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2. Tiger: Tigers are protected under the Wildlife Protection Act in India, and keeping them as pets is strictly prohibited.

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3. Leopard: Like tigers, leopards are protected under wildlife conservation laws in India, and keeping them as pets is illegal.

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4. Elephant: Elephants are protected under various wildlife protection laws, and keeping them as pets is prohibited due to concerns about their well-being.

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5. Indian Pangolin: Pangolins are protected under the Wildlife Protection Act, and their capture and trade are illegal.

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6. Sloth Bear: Sloth bears are protected under wildlife laws, and keeping them as pets is not allowed.

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7. Indian Rock Python: The Indian Rock Python is protected under wildlife conservation laws, and it is illegal to keep them as pets without proper permits.

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8. Civet: Civets, known for their musk-producing glands, are protected under wildlife laws, and keeping them as pets is illegal.

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9. Red Panda: Red Pandas are protected under the Wildlife Protection Act, and keeping them as pets is prohibited.

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10. Indian Star Tortoise: The Indian Star Tortoise is protected, and its international trade is regulated by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). Keeping them as pets without proper permits is illegal.

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