Exotic Pets: Albuquerque vs Tijeras
How do exotic pets rules compare between Albuquerque, NM and Tijeras, NM?
Tijeras has fewer restrictions than Albuquerque.
Albuquerque, NM
Bernalillo County
Albuquerque ROA §9-2-3-9 — permit required to own exotic or wild animals including venomous reptiles, large constrictors, alligators, crocodiles, and certain birds of prey. Collection permit (EWACP) required for 15+ exotic animals. No release into wild within city limits.
View full Albuquerque rules →Tijeras, NM
Bernalillo County
Exotic pet regulations in Tijeras fall under Bernalillo County Animal Care Ordinance and state wildlife laws (NMSA §77-1A-1). The village animal ordinance addresses animal cruelty and dangerous animals. Contact Bernalillo County ACS for guidance.
View full Tijeras rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Albuquerque | Tijeras |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinance | ROA §9-2-3-9 | - |
| Permit | Required for all exotic/wild animals | - |
| Collection Permit | Required for 15+ exotic animals | - |
| Prohibited | Releasing into wild in city | - |
| Examples | Large snakes, alligators, venomous species | - |
| County Ordinance | - | Bernalillo County Ch. 6 applies |
| State Law | - | NMSA §77-1A-1 (Wildlife Conservation) |
| Village Ordinance | - | Ord. 32 — dangerous animals |
| Contact | - | County ACS (505) 468-7387 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Albuquerque FAQ
Can I own an exotic pet in Albuquerque?
Albuquerque ROA §9-2-3-9 — permit required to own exotic or wild animals including venomous reptiles, large constrictors, alligators, crocodiles, and certain birds of prey. Collection permit (EWACP) required for 15+ exotic animals. No release into wild within city limits.
What exotic animals are prohibited in Albuquerque?
Ordinance: ROA §9-2-3-9. Permit: Required for all exotic/wild animals. Collection Permit: Required for 15+ exotic animals. Prohibited: Releasing into wild in city.
Tijeras FAQ
Can I own an exotic pet in Tijeras?
Exotic pet regulations in Tijeras fall under Bernalillo County Animal Care Ordinance and state wildlife laws (NMSA §77-1A-1). The village animal ordinance addresses animal cruelty and dangerous animals. Contact Bernalillo County ACS for guidance.
What exotic animals are prohibited in Tijeras?
County Ordinance: Bernalillo County Ch. 6 applies. State Law: NMSA §77-1A-1 (Wildlife Conservation). Village Ordinance: Ord. 32 — dangerous animals. Contact: County ACS (505) 468-7387.
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