What reptiles can you keep as pets in Australia?

The reptiles that people start with as pets are pythons, dragons, skinks and turtles. Other reptiles such as geckos, legless lizards, monitors, crocodiles and venomous snakes require more knowledge and experience.

What is the friendliest reptile for a pet?

bearded dragons
Typically known for being friendly and even enjoying being handled, bearded dragons can become close companions with their humans.

Can you own a bearded dragon in NSW?

Some native snakes, lizards, geckos, dragons and turtles can be kept as pets as long as you have a licence. It is illegal to keep exotic (non-native) reptiles.

What exotic pets are legal in NSW?

Currently only dogs, cats, rabbits, horses and selected species of birds from approved countries may be imported as pets and only when strict conditions are met….This may include, but is not limited to:

• turtles.
• tortoises.
• snakes.
• lizards.

What is the best snake to have as a pet in Australia?

Suitable starter snakes are the Stimson’s python, the South-west carpet python and the woma python (also known as Ramsay’s python and sand python). If an owner can show that they have cared for a snake for 12 months without an incident or escape they are eligible to move up to the next category.

What lizards can you own in Australia without a licence?

Plus, there are some types of wildlife that can be kept without a permit (such as the spotted grass frog or the Eastern blue-tongued lizard).

What is the best first reptile pet?

Here are some examples of the best beginner reptiles to own.

• 1) Leopard Gecko. These cute little creatures are the darlings of the lizard world, with their smiling faces and big, bright eyes.
• 2) Bearded Dragon.
• 3) Ball Python.
• 4) King Snake.

What is the easiest reptile to keep?

Here are 6 species of reptiles that are the easiest to take care of at home.

• Tortoise. As you probably already know, tortoises are one of the longest living reptiles, which means that they can be with your family for generations.
• Leopard Gecko.
• Bearded Dragon.
• Corn Snake.
• Aquatic Turtles.
• Green Anoles.

Do you need a licence for a macaw in NSW?

Native birds are protected by law so if you want to keep a native bird as a pet you’ll need a biodiversity conservation licence granted under the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 from the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (National Parks and Wildlife Service).

How much does a reptile licence cost NSW?

How much does a licence cost? Licences cost $50 for one reptile and last for five years. If you would like to own more than one reptile, licences costs $63 per class for two years and $143 per class for years. If you are a pensioner, you can receive a discount.

What pets are not allowed in Australia?

Prohibited mammals foxes • squirrels • ferrets/polecats/stoats • rabbits • hamsters • monkeys/marmosets • gerbils • weasels • dingoes.

What pets are banned in Australia?

Prohibited mammals, reptiles and amphibians

• American corn snakes.
• anoles – all types.
• boa constrictors.
• ball pythons.
• chameleons.
• dingoes.
• feral pigs.
• ferrets.

Do you need a licence to buy a reptile in NSW?

Some pet shops are licensed to sell reptiles in NSW. These currently include: If you buy a reptile from someone in another state you must already hold a NSW Native Animal Keeper Licence and you must get a licence to transport animals interstate.

What kind of reptiles can you keep in Australia?

Other reptiles such as geckos, legless lizards, monitors, crocodiles and venomous snakes require more knowledge and experience. The most popular Australian reptiles to keep are the Blue-tongue Lizard, Tiliqua scincoides, and the Central Bearded Dragon, Pogona vitticeps, both of which are interesting and easy to care for.

Where can I buy a native reptile pet?

You’ll need to buy your native reptile pet from a licensed pet shop or licensed animal keeper. This helps ensure native animals are protected in their natural environment. You can also join a reptile group (herpetological society) to meet other reptile keepers and find out how to care for your native pet.

How many pet shops are licensed in NSW?

There are currently 9 pet shops in New South Wales licensed to deal in live native reptiles.