Exotic pet laws in Alaska
Every animal in our directory, checked against Alaska Department of Fish and Game rules and Alaska statute. Click any animal for the full entry — the exact law, penalties, permits, and local caveats.
All animals: status at a glance
| Animal | Status | Statute | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raccoon | Banned | 5 AAC 92.029 (Clean List) | 2026-07-03 |
| Monkey | Banned | 5 AAC 92.029 (Clean List) | 2026-07-03 |
| Serval | Banned | 5 AAC 92.029 (Clean List) | 2026-07-03 |
| Fennec Fox | Banned | 5 AAC 92.029 (Clean List) | 2026-07-03 |
| Sugar Glider | Banned | 5 AAC 92.029 (Clean List) | 2026-07-03 |
| Hedgehog | Legal | 5 AAC 92.029 (Clean List — African pygmy hedgehog included) | 2026-07-13 |
| Ferret | Legal | 5 AAC 92.029 (clean list — domestic ferret included) | 2026-07-13 |
Animals banned in Alaska
- Raccoon — Not on Alaska's 5 AAC 92.029 clean list — possession prohibited
- Monkey — Not on Alaska's 5 AAC 92.029 clean list — possession prohibited
- Serval — Not on Alaska's 5 AAC 92.029 clean list — possession prohibited
- Fennec Fox — Not on Alaska's 5 AAC 92.029 clean list — possession prohibited
- Sugar Glider — Not on Alaska's 5 AAC 92.029 clean list — possession prohibited
Legal without a permit in Alaska
How Alaska regulates exotic pets
Primary authority sits with Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Statewide statute sets the floor; cities and counties frequently layer stricter bans on top, so always check your municipal code as well as the entries above.
Research directory, not legal advice. Verify current rules with Alaska Department of Fish and Game before acquiring any animal.