Exotic and wild animals are regulated by the state Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), not the county. Class I wildlife generally can't be kept as pets, Class II and many Class III species require an FWC permit.
Florida's FWC classifies captive wildlife as Class I (dangerous — lions, bears, chimps — generally prohibited as personal pets), Class II (permit and experience required), and Class III (many species need a no-cost or paid personal-pet permit). Venomous reptiles and reptiles of concern require a separate FWC license under FS 379.372. Seminole County does not issue exotic-animal permits; however, county Code Sec. 20.23 requires that wild or exotic animals classified by the FWC be caged in accordance with the Commission's regulations, and fierce or dangerous animals be securely confined.
Possessing captive wildlife without the required FWC license is a state offense; the county can cite improper confinement of fierce, dangerous, or exotic animals under Sec. 20.23.
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