Indian Star Tortoise – Protected under the Wildlife Protection Act, owning or selling this tortoise is illegal.
Parrots (Native Species) – Birds like the Indian Ringneck Parrot and Alexandrine Parrot cannot be kept as pets.
Owls – All owl species in India are protected, and keeping them as pets is against the law.
Blackbuck – This endangered antelope is safeguarded under Indian wildlife laws, making private ownership illegal.
Snakes (Native Species) – Cobras, pythons, and other Indian snakes are strictly protected and cannot be owned.
Red Sand Boa – Due to illegal trade for superstitious beliefs, possessing this snake is prohibited.
Elephants – Except for temple or forest department permits, private ownership of elephants is illegal.
Peacock – As India's national bird, capturing or keeping a peacock as a pet is strictly forbidden.
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