California restricts exotic pets through the Fish & Game Code and CDFW regulations — ferrets and hedgehogs are illegal statewide, and many wild/exotic species are prohibited. These restrictions apply in unincorporated Butte County.
The exotic-pet rules in unincorporated Butte County come almost entirely from state law. California's Fish and Game Code and CDFW regulations prohibit private ownership of many wild and exotic species, and the list includes some animals that surprise newcomers — ferrets and hedgehogs are both illegal statewide, despite being ordinary pets in most other states. Most reptiles remain legal without a permit. These prohibitions apply throughout the unincorporated county just as they do in cities. If you're considering an unusual animal, check CDFW's restricted-species list first; owning a banned species risks losing the animal and facing penalties.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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