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The Barramundi is a large fish native to the Indo-West Pacific region from…
Bearded Dragon
Featured “Best Choice” Pet
Bearded Dragons are native to central Australia and are very popular as pets. The name “bearded” refers to a large throat pouch that extends outward and looks like a spiny beard. Some species display this beard as a defense mechanism or to assert dominance. There are several closely-related species… Learn More
Source Sustainability
Does the harvest for wildlife trade or captive
breeding of this species harm wild populations?
Little Cause for Concern
- Wild populations not at risk
- Easily bred in captivity, so harvesting for pet trade not necessary
Invasion Threat
Does the release or escape of this species into
the wild harm the environment and/or economy?
Some Cause for Concern
- Large number of pet animals; some could escape into the wild
- Could become established in arid climates in the United States
Animal Welfare
Does harvest, captive breeding, transport, or
being kept as a pet harm individual animals?
Little Cause for Concern
- Relatively easy to maintain in captivity
Health Threat
Does this animal pose a health risk to native
wildlife, humans, livestock and agriculture?
Some Cause for Concern
- Can carry and transmit Salmonella
