One should not be surprised if they come across someone with an answer as chimpanzee, tarantulas, hissing cockroaches, etc., to the question of what kind of pets they own. Apart from dogs and cats, you might come across different households across different countries who have an exotic taste in animals. If you feel owning a dog or a cat is cliche well,

Here is a list of a few commonly found exotic pets you can own 

Chimpanzee

Chimpanzees are widely known for mimicking human intelligence, human expressions and as exotic pets to various households across the globe. Chimpanzees have found a place in the hearts of animal lovers by their uncanny resemblance to human behavior, personality, and viral charm. Raising a chimpanzee is close to raising your child, as these kinds of species are sensitive and need constant attention, love, and interaction. If well-adapted, a chimpanzee would be your friendly, loyal, and faithful companion who would keep you entertained and amazed by his skills (giving massages) and knowledge (catching insects). As they are 1.6% less functional from the human brain, they are still very empathetic, emotional, and a little more sociable as compared to other exotic pets. It’s long lifespan, and ability to understanding humans has made it to the list of having the permit to own and raise one legally in a few countries 

With all the merits that come with having a chimpanzee raising one requires a lot of responsibility. As these animals are not commonly found in “urban settlements” taming and training them will require a lot of patience and good knowledge of animal behavioral patterns.

Sugar Gliders

The sugar gliders are native to the land down under or the Australian soil. The sugar gliders are irresistibly cute, petite, and fist-sized creatures that have a long history of being “housed” as exotic pets. They have a squirrel-like physique, i.e., thin, long, furry, wide eyes, and bushy tails. The only thing that distinguishes them from a squirrel is their unique ability to glide. Supported by a gliding membrane, sugar gliders can glide from heights and have wing-like structures that help them to travel and move to places. Sugar gliders look like small live parachutes when they glide from the top to the ground.

Other than their physical characteristics, they are also smart, curious, and love bonding with humans. It is very important to build trust and faith while taming them; if they are brought to the level of comfort and trust, you are definitely in for 15 years of a playful and charming pet.

Axolotls

Axolotls are a large (25 cm) long salamander that is usually found along the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. The Axolotl has recently started to get attention as an exotic pet due to its cute and eye-candy appearance. They are available in different sizes and come in a variety of colors like pink, gray, golden, black, etc. Due to their complexity and fragile nature, it is advisable not to hold or handle them; you can have them in your tank just as for pleasing your eyes with their ethereal beauty and appearance. They are easy to care for and require a huge tank filled with water and fish food to survive; hence, they are low on maintenance.

Tarantula

The tarantula is also growing a fan-base when it comes to housing an exotic pet. These hairy-spiders are low maintenance and usually require less space to survive.

Tarantulas hate to be handled and have chances of biting and stinging their owners, which can be poisonous; hence, petting and caring for a tarantula is not everyone’s cup of tea. They are suitable to be around, and usually, crawling around the owner’s body, or hand is the only playful and interactive session with a tarantula. Moreover, a tarantula’s life span is ten years at max, which means you will have a hairy crawly companion to call your own for a decade.

In conclusion, having an exotic pet might seem fascinating and cool, but it is imperative to get complete research done before getting home. Hosting an exotic pet requires a little more care and responsibility than cats and dogs. As owners, one should be careful about their nutrition, diet, climate temperament, location, etc. An exotic animal will require some time to assimilate with humans around as they are not used to living an urban lifestyle. Hence the right training and expertise are needed in raising them.

Before deciding to own one, make sure about the legal procedures and license required to call you as the pet’s rightful owner.