Bill > HB692

This bill updates the definition of "exotic wildlife" in Pennsylvania law, providing a more comprehensive and detailed description of what constitutes exotic animals. The revised definition now explicitly includes all nonindigenous animals and specifically lists various animal groups and species, such as non-human primates, bears, wolves, big cats (including lions, tigers, leopards, and cheetahs), and coyotes. The bill also clarifies that this definition applies regardless of whether the animal was bred in captivity or imported from another location. Importantly, the bill introduces exclusions to the definition, specifying that certain animals are not considered exotic wildlife, including birds, domesticated animals, and a range of specific animal families like horses, camels, deer, cattle, rats, rabbits, and domestic pets such as ferrets and guinea pigs. These changes provide a more precise and detailed framework for understanding and classifying exotic wildlife in Pennsylvania, which could have implications for wildlife management, conservation, and regulatory practices.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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