New York State bans wild animals as pets under Agriculture and Markets Law Section 370 and Environmental Conservation Law Section 11-0512. Ulster County follows state rules; no additional local exotic pet ordinances exist.
NY ECL Section 11-0512 prohibits possession of wild animals including big cats, bears, wolves, venomous reptiles, crocodilians, and non-human primates. Ag and Markets Law Section 370 bans wild animal possession and sale. Exceptions exist for licensed zoos, rehabilitators, and educational facilities. Reptiles, birds, and small mammals commonly kept as pets (ball pythons, bearded dragons, parrots, ferrets in most of NY) are allowed. Ferrets are legal in Ulster County (unlike NYC).
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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