Fort Wayne prohibits dangerous exotic animals including large cats, primates, venomous reptiles, and crocodilians. Indiana IC 14-22-26 requires a state permit for Class I-III exotic animals regardless of local rules.
Fort Wayne Title 6 bans keeping wild or dangerous animals within city limits. Prohibited species include lions, tigers, cougars, bears, wolves, non-human primates, venomous snakes, crocodilians over 4 feet, and similar dangerous wildlife. Indiana IC 14-22-26 adds state-level permit requirements for possession of Class I (dangerous), Class II, and Class III exotic animals, enforced by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Small exotic pets like ferrets, sugar gliders, and most parrots are generally permitted. Reptiles like common pythons and most non-venomous snakes are legal but cannot be released.
Criminal misdemeanor charges plus animal seizure. State violations can result in felony charges for unpermitted dangerous wildlife.
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