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10 Pets We Should Never Release Into the Wild

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Cats Domestic cats can disrupt local wildlife and ecosystems if released into the wild, often becoming invasive predators

selective focus photography of orange and white tabby cat
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Dogs Released dogs can cause harm to wildlife, spread diseases, and become feral, impacting local ecosystems

black and white dog
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Hamsters Hamsters can introduce diseases and compete with native species for resources if released into the wild

a small animal in the grass
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Parrots Non-native parrots can become invasive, outcompeting local bird species and spreading diseases

two blue-and-yellow Macaws perched on tree
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Goldfish Goldfish can quickly become invasive in ponds and lakes, disrupting aquatic ecosystems and outcompeting native species

white gold fish
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Turtles Non-native turtles can introduce diseases, outcompete native species, and disrupt local aquatic ecosystems

brown and black turtle on gray sand during daytime
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Guinea Pigs Guinea pigs are not suited for wild environments and can negatively impact native species if released

brown and white Guinea pig eating carrot
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Lizards Non-native lizards can outcompete local species for food and habitat, leading to ecological imbalances

a close up of a lizard on a sandy surface

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