Nebraska Captive Wildlife and Exotic Animal Restrictions

Neb. Rev. Stat. section 37-477 universally bans private possession of any wolf, skunk, or member of the Felidae or Ursidae families, except domestic cats and accredited zoos or permitted operations. Holding any wild bird, wild mammal, or threatened species in captivity requires a permit issued under sections 37-478 or 37-479 by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. The Commission promulgates rules governing purchase, possession, propagation, sale, and barter. Animals legally held before March 1, 1986, may be kept for life but cannot be transferred without written Commission approval.

Class IV misdemeanor under section 37-481, with fines up to $500 and possible animal seizure by conservation officers authorized to enter and inspect.