Renowned as the Manatee Capital of the World, Crystal River provides nature lovers with access to wildlife refuges, golf courses, and nearby cities like Orlando and Tampa.
Known for rummaging through trash, raccoons can adapt to human environments but are prone to aggression and are heavily regulated due to their potential for carrying rabies.
North America's only marsupial, the opossum, can be a good pet with a docile nature, though they have a very short lifespan of 3-4 years.
Foxes, including the popular fennec fox, can be kept as pets but often come with strong odors and destructive habits. Domesticated Russian foxes are rare and not typically bred in the U.S.
Native to the southwestern U.S., ring-tailed cats are arboreal and rare as pets, often resembling a cross between a raccoon and a mongoose.
Small and affectionate, flying squirrels glide rather than fly and form strong bonds with their owners, making them a good choice for first-time exotic pet owners.
Rare and predatory, this mustelid is more suited to experienced pet owners due to its aggressive nature and uncommon availability.
Though they can be loving when raised from a young age, bobcats require extensive space and high maintenance, making them a challenging pet for experienced owners.