Is it legal to own a sugar glider in Indiana?
The short answer
Legal
Legal statewide — no permit.
Yes. Sugar gliders are legal in Indiana with no state permit.
What Indiana law says
Not classified under 312 IAC 9-11; ordinary pet rules apply.
Which agency regulates sugar gliders in Indiana
No state agency regulates sugar glider (Petaurus breviceps) possession in Indiana — authority rests with local animal control. See the state wildlife agency for related rules.
Is there a permit for pet sugar gliders?
No permit is required at the state level.
Penalties and enforcement
None.
Local city and county rules
Standard local pet rules only.
Legal alternatives in Indiana
- Fennec Fox in Indiana — The world's smallest fox — and one of the few foxes legal to own in several U.S. states.
Frequently asked questions
Any Indiana paperwork for sugar gliders?
None at the state level.
Sources
More animals in Indiana
- Is it legal to own a raccoon in Indiana?
- Is it legal to own a monkey in Indiana?
- Is it legal to own a serval in Indiana?
See all animals on the exotic pet laws in Indiana page, or compare every state on the pet sugar glider laws by state page.
Last verified 2026-07-03 against the cited primary sources. This is a research directory, not legal advice — confirm current rules with your local animal-control authority before acquiring any animal.