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Local Laws
The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife maintains a list of the species that hobbyists in Maine are allowed to keep without a permit. Hobbyists should consult the list before purchasing any reptile, amphibian, fish, bird, or other creature. For a list of Maine's unrestricted species, please click below:
For any species not on the unrestricted list, ownership is restricted to individuals possessing the relevant permit or permits through the State. For more information on how to obtain a permit, visit http://www.maine.gov/ifw/fish-wildlife/captivity.html. Ownership of any species not on the unrestricted list can result in criminal prosecution. A careful review of the list and permit process is strongly advised.

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