Unique Exotic Animal Breeds Around the World
Explore a diverse range of exotic animal breeds, from the Angora Rabbit prized for its long wool to the docile Ball Python and stunning Burmese Python. Learn about the California Rabbit bred for meat, the nocturnal Chinchilla, and the Chinese Dwarf Hamster with a distinctive tail. Discover fascinating facts about each breed and their unique characteristics in the world of animal enthusiasts.
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ANGORA RABBIT Variety of domestic rabbit bred for its long, soft hair Bred largely for their long wool, which is removed by shearing, combing or plucking. Four breeds: English, French, Giant, Satin.
Relatively small and docile specie of snake When frightened, they coil around their head and into a ball Both male and females have anal spurs which look like small claws on either side of the vent Camouflaged design in browns and tans BALL PYTHON
BURMESE PYTHON Beautifully patterned skin, rapid growth rate and generally docile disposition, best known as the large snake of choice among reptile owners Have stretchy ligaments that allow them to swallow all their food whole Poor eyesight and stalk prey using chemical receptors in their tongues and heat sensors in their jaws
CALIFORNIA RABBIT Medium sized rabbit breed that was specifically developed for meat and fur production. Breed was developed by crossing Himalayan, Standard Chinchilla and New Zealand white rabbits Second most popular meat producing rabbit breed Body is plump but fine-boned, giving it a high me to bone ratio
CHINCHILLA Largely nocturnal so they will be active at night Prefer a consistent routine for handling feeding times and may be stressed out by changes in their routine Require a lot if roughage Body length is about 10-14 inches and tail is another 5-6 inches
CHINESE DWARF HAMSTER Only dwarf hamster with a tail, so it is often mistaken as a mouse Very slender, as adults they grow no longer than 4 inches Their hairs are banded with both light and dark colors. They have a black line that runs along their spine and ivory bellies. Other color is a white coat with patches or spots of color.
COLUMBIAN RED-TAIL BOA Will grow between 6-9 feet, but can reach 12 feet Males smaller than females Robust with triangular head separated from the body by a thin neck Coloring is a pattern of elongated, saddle like, pale gray patches on a background of rich chocolate to almost chestnut brown
COCKATIEL One of the most popular pet birds in the US Broad, powdery feathers; head crest which can be raised and lowered; wide variety of colors; normal is gray with a yellow head and orange cheek patches; the yellow and orange head of the male is much brighter than the females, and the underside of the female s tail is barred.
COCKATOO Mostly have a single color plumage, either white or dark They have erectile crests, which is a mobile crest of feathers Their beaks are enormously powerful and they can easily demolish objects
COMMON SNAPPING TURTLE Have a large head with a hooked jaw Colors are usually dull brown to black They have webbed feet with long claws and a very long tail
DESERT HORNED LIZARD Have horns that are longer than wide at the base Have one row of fringe on the sides Characterized by the horns on their heads and spiny bodies
ENGLISH LOP RABBIT Characterized by their long ears that drag to the ground and their mandolin shaped body Large variety of colors Have fly back fur
FERRET Small, furry mammals whose average size ranges from 1 to 5 pounds at maturity All ferrets are white at birth and then they start to get their adult color at 3 weeks Two most common colors are sable and white
Small rodent, similar in many ways to the mouse and the hamster Have a long tail which they are able to shed should the tail get trapped Have sharp claws Colors are brown, grey, white, black and tan GERBIL
GREEN TREE FROG Grass green colored, usually with a creamy colored line running from the jaw along the flanks Reach an average size of 2 inches Males are usually smaller than females and have yellow to greenish-yellow throats
GUINEA PIG Tail-less rodents Hair comes in a wide range of colors and the hair may be long, short or curly Very good sense of smell and sensitive hearing
HEDGEHOG Named because of its peculiar foraging methods They root through hedges and other undergrowth in search of small creatures Have a coat of stiff, sharp spines
HONDURAN MILK SNAKE One of the most rapidly expanding species of snakes today Colors ranging from brilliant oranges and reds to black and gray or pure white Reach anywhere from 3 to 5 feet
IGUANA Largest lizard in the Americas Stout build gives them a clumsy look, but they are fast and agile on land Strong jaws and razor-sharp teeth and sharp tails which make up half their body length. They can also detach their tails and grow a new one.
LONG HAIR TEDDY BEAR HAMSTER Both male and female have a long, soft coat of fur that is characteristic of their variety Often known as the Syrian hamster, golden hamster or the fancy hamster
LOVEBIRD Strong, monogamous pair bonding Several color mutations for the pet trade, but wild type lovebirds are mostly green except for the upper body which can be a variety of colors Among the smallest parrots in the world, ranging in size from 13-17 cm in length
MATA MATA Looks like debris found at the bottom of a vernal pool, such as leaves Contains brown, red and black coloration Wide head and pointy nose Neck has a rigid texture to help camouflage
NEW ZEALAND RABBIT Epitome of a meat producing breed- firm, meaty, full depth and breadth of hindquarters and slightly less so in the shoulders Several colors including red, black and white Carry their ears evenly. They should have round tips and should be quite furry
PARAKEET One of the most popular household pets Wavy feathers and black markings on their wings and head Most common colors are yellow and green, but there are also multi-colored parakeets and albino parakeets however these are genetic mutations
PRAIRIE DOG Look like large squirrels Head and body is 12-15 inches long and tail is 3-4 inches long. There are 5 different prairie dog species Herbivore with a life span of 3-4 years in the wild
RED EAR SLIDER Medium to large size turtle Oval body form, mildly domed on top and bottom, blunt head with peripherally-placed eyes and a blunt snout, feet with webbed toes and small tail.
SAVANNAH MONITOR Adults range from 2.5-3.5 feet in total length Thick, bulky build, making them seem larger than they actually are A lot of small scales in the cranial region. The body varies from shades of grey to brown and has yellow and brown rings on the tail
SCARLET MACAW PARROT One of the most beautiful members of the parrot family and one of the largest For adults is red, blue and yellow with a touch of green on the tips of some feathers
SOUTHERN FLYING SQUIRREL More of a gliding animal than a flying one Glides by extending skin flaps located on both sides of its body Soft, gray-brown fur on the back and sides, with white underparts, a flattened tail and large, dark eyes for night vision.
SUGAR GLIDER Marsupial like a kangaroo and wombat Gliding membranes of a sugar glider are located from his wrist to his ankles and open up like a parachute Large black eyes, a pointed nose, and pointed ears that are large in comparison to their head. Fur is short, very soft and usually brown or gray with a white to off-white belly
YELLOW CANARY Specifically bred for its color Plumage is very bright Average life span for females is 5-6 years and males up to 10 years
