If you are an animal lover and are thinking about having a different pet, it is important to know which species can be domesticated without the need for authorization from IBAMA. This list has 50 animals that can be tamed, including dogs, cats, hamsters and even rats. However, a peculiar figure that is not on this list is the capybara.
Filo's case
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The capybara became famous recently for being the “Filó”, the pet of the influencer Agenor. However, Ibama took legal action against him, alleging various environmental crimes, such as abuse and keeping the capybara in captivity for profit. Although Agenor has regained temporary custody of the animal, the capybara is still off the list allowed for domestication.
To avoid similar issues, it's essential to follow the official list and provide the necessary documentation to your state's regulatory bodies. This documentation is especially important when dealing with exotic animals, ensuring the well-being and health safety of both the animal and the environment in which it will be raised.
What do the experts say?
According to lawyer Alessandro Azzoni, specialist in environmental law, having the document that proves the origin of the animal is crucial. This is necessary to control health issues and to ensure that the animal has not been taken from the wild but has been bred in captivity.
It is important to point out that, even with authorization to raise a certain animal, it does not mean that it can be released anywhere and in any way. It is essential to follow all the requirements and considerations to prove the well-being and health safety of the animal.
Authorization from IBAMA
There are cases in which it is possible to obtain authorization from Ibama for the controlled breeding of subspecies or wild species close to those on the list. An example of this are macaws and boa constrictors. However, species that are already on the list do not require direct authorization from the agency.
Check below the complete list of animals that can be domesticated without authorization from IBAMA:
- Bees;
- Alpaca;
- Ostrich;
- Silkworm;
- Buffalo;
- Goat;
- Puppy;
- cockatiel;
- Camel;
- Mouse;
- King Canary or Belgian Canary;
- Horse;
- Chinchilla;
- Black Swan;
- Guinea pig or guinea pig;
- Chinese quail;
- Rabbit;
- Gould diamond;
- Mandarin diamond;
- Dromedary;
- Escargot;
- Collared Pheasant;
- Cattle;
- Zebu cattle;
- Hen;
- guinea fowl;
- Ganso (With exceptions established by Ibama);
- Canadian Goose (Except the species “B. canadensis leucopareira”);
- Nile goose;
- Cat;
- Hamster (Import is prohibited);
- Donkey;
- Llama;
- Manon;
- Mallard (There are exceptions established by Ibama);
- Worm;
- Sheep;
- Caroline duck;
- Mandarin duck;
- Peacock;
- Partridge-sucking;
- Australian Parakeet;
- Peru;
- Phaeton;
- Diamond Dove;
- domestic pigeon;
- Pork (Except wild boar);
- Vole;
- Mouse;
- Tadorna.
Therefore, if you are thinking of acquiring an exotic pet, be sure to consult the Ibama list and follow all guidelines and legal requirements. Remember that it is fundamental to guarantee the well-being of the animal and to contribute to the preservation of the Brazilian fauna. Take good care of your new companion and avoid problems with the law.
