Aug 13 , 2023

9 Unusual Pets that people keep

By True Scoop

Axolotl: Aquatic salamander, nicknamed

Sugar Glider: Tiny marsupial, glide-capable. Nocturnal, bonding-prone, needs social interaction, special diet, and spacious enclosure.

Fennec Fox: World's smallest fox. Big ears, desert native. Exotic, active, requires safe play space and attention.

Hedgehog: Spiky, nocturnal insectivore. Ball-up defense, demands warmth, varied diet, and exercise wheel for activity.

Tarantula: Large, hairy arachnid. Variety of species, low maintenance, requires secure terrarium and gentle handling.

Bearded Dragon: Desert lizard, head bobbing. Omnivorous, sunbathes, needs UV light, temperature gradients, and love.

Chinchilla: Soft-furred rodent, nocturnal. Loves dust baths, requires spacious cage, cool environment, and careful feeding.

Stick Insect: Camouflaging masters. Leaf mimics, tree dwellers. Needs plant-filled habitats and controlled temperatures.

Madagascar Hissing Cockroach: Large, unique insect. Hisses when threatened, requires dark space, fresh veggies, and careful handling.