Licensing and Ethical Commitment
Florida Primates and Exotics operates under strict federal and state oversight. Our sanctuary is founded on a bedrock of legal compliance and unwavering ethical standards, ensuring every animal in our care receives professional, sanctioned, and compassionate stewardship.
Permits & Certifications
USDA Class C License
Federally licensed for the exhibition and ethical display of exotic wildlife, ensuring rigorous safety and welfare protocols.
FWC Certification
State-authorized permits from Florida Fish and Wildlife for the possession and exhibition of Class I and II primates.
ZAA Accreditation
Professional endorsement confirming excellence in zoological facility management and commitment to wildlife conservation.
Regulatory Oversight
Federal & State Licensing
Florida Primates & Exotics operates under the strictest compliance standards set by both federal and state authorities. Our commitment to regulatory transparency ensures that every animal in our care is housed in a facility that meets or exceeds all current wildlife legislation.
We maintain active licensure through the USDA and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). These agencies conduct regular, unannounced inspections to verify our adherence to rigorous habitat, nutrition, and veterinary protocols.
Federal & State Licensing
States where it is legal to have a pet monkey include Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Legal States
States where it is illegal to have a pet monkey include Alaska, California, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Utah, Vermont, and Washington state.
Illegal States
Traveling into Florida
Click Below for your FREE Exotic Pet Travel Permit from Florida Fish & Wildlife
Verify Our Records
We maintain full transparency for your trust and safety. Access our current state and federal permits and regulatory certifications for immediate verification.