Most exotic and wild animals are prohibited in California under CA Fish & Game Code §2116. Tracy's animal ordinances address dangerous animals of any type. Many species including big cats, bears, wolves, venomous reptiles, and most primates are banned statewide.
California Fish & Game Code §2116 prohibits importing, transporting, or possessing most wild or exotic animals. Animals banned statewide include big cats, bears, alligators, large venomous reptiles, wolves, most primates, and many others. Ferrets are also illegal in California. Tracy's TMC Chapter 5.08 adds local restrictions on dangerous animals. CDFW permits may be available for certain educational, research, or zoological uses. Contact San Joaquin County Animal Control or CDFW (916-445-0411) for guidance on specific species before acquiring any non-domestic animal.
Possession of prohibited exotic species: criminal charges under CA Fish & Game Code; fines and animal seizure.
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