In order to maintain their individuality, people use different methods, one of which is a pet. Agree, you won't surprise anyone with a sphinx and small dogs, so some choose a pet among exotic animals that can be kept at home. A selfie with a lemur will certainly attract more Instagram followers than a photo with a cat.
If you are not afraid of the complexities of caring for an exotic friend, then we present you with a selection of incredibly beautiful, photogenic and cutest exotic animals that you can have at home.
10. Lemur
The unique animal with open eyes resembles an alien - by the way, lemur means "ghost" or "evil spirit". Once upon a time, the ancient Romans, when they met an animal, experienced intense fear - hence the name.
If you need a calm friend who does not require much attention, then a lemur will definitely suit you. If you want to hand feed your pet, you can do it, but not right away. The animal takes time to get used to you.
Conditions of detention: the lemur loves to mark corners - you should prepare for this in advance and purchase products that kill bad smells in the store. The animal loves warmth, so drafts and cold should not be allowed in the apartment. The presence of a large terrarium (or a small aviary) with branches will please the lemur very much - he loves to climb on them. The animal prefers to be active at night - it is at this time that it needs to be fed. In food, he prefers boiled rice and eggs, milk, soaked white bread. She will never give up vegetables and fruits.
9. Fox
How can you resist the charm of a red-haired beauty from fairy tales? In them, this animal is distinguished by wisdom, ingenuity and cunning. In nature, the fox uses its cunning for protection, because it often becomes the object of hunters because of its red fur.
Remember: a domesticated fox is one that is brought from the forest, and a domestic one is bred specifically for keeping in an apartment. Domesticated, sooner or later, will begin to ask for freedom and attack others, you do not want this? The fox is suitable for active people, because she herself is distinguished by playfulness and energy. Despite his good disposition and devotion, the fox remains independent, but you can make friends with her.
Conditions of detention: if you build a "den" for the red-haired beauty, she will be very grateful to you, because likes to hide. In addition, she needs to build an aviary on an unheated balcony. For the fox to feel good, it needs to be walked every day on a leash. When walking, you should watch out for what she takes from the ground, because this can harm her health. Foxes are omnivorous animals, but meat predominates in their diet.
8. Lizard
Despite the difficulties of keeping a reptile at home, it is difficult to deny yourself the desire to "touch" the wild. For those who wish to have a reptile, there is a wide choice. The most popular spotted bison is sold in almost every pet store in the United States.
The spotted bison is considered the ideal pet for a beginner.The lizard is distinguished by its small size, relative friendliness and calm demeanor. It is worth preparing in advance for the molt of the lizard - in the process they remove their skin, and then eat it, like all representatives of the "scaly". During its life, the gecko does this many times: young individuals molt once a week, and adults once every 3-4 weeks.
Conditions of detention: the lizard is easy to tame and requires a small terrarium for life (about 60 ml.), which must be illuminated with an ultraviolet lamp all the time. The reptile's diet includes: locusts, cockroaches, crickets, therefore, nutrition should be taken care of first of all. Juveniles are usually tweezers fed, while adults feed on their own.
7. Star turtle
The most beautiful of all types of turtles native to Sri Lanka and Hindustan is quite possible to have at home. Its bulging carapace has yellow stripes, hence the interesting name. This beauty is distinguished by a kind character and gets along well with other animals. If at first the turtle hides from its owner under the shell, then after a couple of months, having got used to you, it will follow you with its tail.
Conditions of detention: for home keeping it is better to purchase a terrarium, but a star-shaped (aka "Indian") turtle can be kept in a wooden box. Whatever housing you choose for her, it should be at least 100 cm long and 60 cm wide, and the acceptable air temperature should be 27-35 degrees. Be sure to install an ultraviolet lamp above the cage and keep it clean at all times if you don't want your pet to get sick. The star turtle loves to drink fresh water, so it should be changed as often as possible. From food, she loves to feast on vegetables and fruits, and she also needs to be given plants.
6. Snake
Lovers of exotic and everything unusual at least once, but thought about the idea of starting a beautiful snake... Isn't it time to realize your desires? Certain species are suitable for keeping: Amur snake, imperial boa constrictor, royal python, king snake - the rules for caring for them practically do not differ. Before you make an extravagant friend, make sure that your family members are not against it, otherwise they will have an unusual "surprise".
An exotic domestic snake is distinguished by its composure and calmness. When choosing a pet for yourself, you will probably pay attention to its appearance - mother nature has endowed the skin of snakes with specific unusually beautiful patterns, so there is always a demand for these exotic animals.
Conditions of detention: most often, small snakes are kept in an apartment, so a terrarium is suitable for them: 80x60x60 cm, for large individuals its size, of course, increases. The terrarium is equipped with everything you need: a shallow pool, heating, stones, etc. Caring for a snake is difficult - it is recommended to change the water every day and wash the "pond" of dirt, which not everyone can handle. The snake is a predator, its diet includes rats, grasshoppers, etc. At home, it can be taught to small pieces of beef or chicken.
5. Sloth
Sloths have been gaining popularity lately. Why are they so attractive? Let's try to figure it out. Because Since sloths sleep most of the time, they require minimal care. It is noteworthy that sloths turn their heads 180 degrees - an owl can do the same.
Conditions of detention: cute animals love to eat leaves and flowers of tropical trees, sometimes they do not mind eating small insects. They love cherries and apples the most. If you are delighted with these passive introverts and are already "fired up" with the desire to make yourself such a friend, take care of the temperature regime. Sloths need warmth and high humidity. they are native to Central and South America. For maintenance, you will need an aviary where the animal can move along branches and vines.By the way, a sloth can sit or swing on a branch for hours without doing anything. He even eats in this position!
4. Genetta
An exotic animal from African countries has a peculiar character, but, despite this, the animal is very attached to its owner. It is difficult to guess why the geneta's mood will change: either she will happily play with you, or, at best, she will not allow herself to be touched ...
At the same time, the geneta looks like a ferret and a cat. Its exterior very harmoniously combines such wonderful qualities as: fabulous appearance and graceful demeanor. If you are kinesthete and like hugs, choose another animal, geneta does not like affection. It is believed that the nimble animal of the "viverrids" family is one of the most ancient animals. Although the first mention of the genet dates back to the era of Herodotus, it was first scientifically described only in 1758 by the Swedish scientist Karl Linnaeus.
Conditions of detention: geneta does not know how to coexist with other animals, therefore it is a bad idea to start it together with someone else. It is not difficult to accustom the animal to the tray, because the geneta is clean. The diet of this graceful beauty consists of lean meats, fish, and she will never give up fruit. Gennett's behavior resembles a cat, she is comfortable in an ordinary apartment.
3. Chinchilla
The plush animal looks very funny - the same can be said about its behavior. Chinchillas make a lot of interesting sounds, they can: quack, growl, squeak and even chirp! And they are also able to jump to a height of 2 meters - an extraordinary sight. Chinchilla inhabits the territory of South America - because of their valuable plush fur, for which they began to hunt back in the 19th century, these cute animals were listed in the Red Book.
Chinchilla is a wonderful exotic pet. If you get the animal when it is still 2-3 months old, then it will quickly get used to the new environment. Chinchilla prefers a nocturnal lifestyle - it starts running, making noise and jumping at about 11:00 pm, so be prepared to often wake up in the middle of the night.
Conditions of detention: take care of the correct menu for your pet - the chinchilla is very fond of carrots, tomatoes, apples, currants, etc. - the list goes on. The animal will be very happy if you purchase running wheels for it (preferably made of natural wood), because for chinchillas, this activity is a real pleasure. For a pet, it is appropriate to purchase a cage (sizes are taken into account depending on age) with metal rods, because the wooden animal will quickly gnaw through. An important rule! Chinchillas cannot be bathed; special sand is intended for hygiene procedures.
2. Tamarin
Not everyone is familiar with such a representative of fauna and flora as tamarin. This colorful, handsome South American man can become a part of your family. It is noteworthy that tamarin is included in the list of the smallest animals in the world. In addition to its non-standard appearance and size, tamarin differs from other primates in its very soft and thick hair, the color of which can be very diverse.
Conditions of detention: Weighing up to 3 kg, tamarin is just perfect for keeping at home. Throughout the day tamarin (the second name is "marmoset") can jump and run around the apartment, climb with pleasure on you and on tables, swing on the curtains ... When it comes time to sleep, the marmoset retires in its aviary (which should be purchased for it). Everyone knows that a monkey is a very active animal, so if you plan to close it in an aviary every time when it bothers you, refuse such a friend. The animal needs freedom of action. Tamarin loves fruit and vegetable dishes for dinner - he gets vitamins from them. Are you ready to show your culinary skills by preparing marmoset vegetable salads?
1. African hedgehog
Looking at your pet among exotic animals, it is very difficult not to pay attention to the tiny African hedgehog. A small thorn can give a lot of joy! African (aka "dwarf") hedgehog fits in the palm of your hand, at the moment this baby is popular in the USA, Japan, Europe, and in Russia the fashion for him is only growing.
The hedgehog weighs only 500 g and is 20 cm long. Its needles are softer than those of forest species - undoubtedly this is a big plus. Living with dwarf hedgehogs is very comfortable: they show friendliness, become attached to the family and do not hibernate. At night, these cute babies do not cause any inconvenience. their way of life is different from that of wild individuals. Hedgehogs of this species are very fond of attention and care. With proper care, these babies can live 6-7 years.
Conditions of detention: dwarf hedgehogs were bred by breeding for keeping in the house, so they should not be released into the wild. A large cage is suitable for hedgehogs: 50x100 cm with a wheel installed in it - these animals love to run. It is forbidden to feed a hedgehog with dairy products, usually they are given lean meat, offal, sometimes fruits and vegetables. These animals also love to feast on quail eggs. To train a hedgehog to the toilet is a failure, since they "do their job" right on the go.