Is it legal to own a sugar glider in Missouri?
The short answer
Yes. Sugar gliders are legal in Missouri with no state permit.
What Missouri law says
Non-native, unlisted, and outside both MDC permitting and the dangerous wild animal statute.
Which agency regulates sugar gliders in Missouri
No state agency regulates sugar glider (Petaurus breviceps) possession in Missouri — 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 Missouri
- Fennec Fox in Missouri — The world's smallest fox — and one of the few foxes legal to own in several U.S. states.
Frequently asked questions
Any Missouri paperwork for sugar gliders?
None at the state level.
Sources
More animals in Missouri
- Is it legal to own a raccoon in Missouri?
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See all animals on the exotic pet laws in Missouri 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.