Wallaby Legal States 2026

States Where Wallabies Are Legal

Some states allow wallabies to be kept as pets without requiring a permit or license at the state level. In these states, ownership is generally permitted under standard animal control or general wildlife regulations.

States in this category include Kentucky, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, and Texas.

States Where Wallabies Require a Permit

Some states allow wallaby ownership but require a permit, typically issued by a state wildlife or agricultural agency. These permits may involve application requirements, facility standards, or inspections.

These states are Arkansas, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

States Where Wallabies Require a License

Colorado and South Carolina are the only two states that require a formal license rather than a basic permit to own a wallaby. Licensing requirements here are typically more structured and may involve stricter standards for housing, handling, or commercial activity.

States with No Specific Law

South Dakota is the only state without a clearly defined statewide law addressing wallaby ownership. In this state, legality may depend on local ordinances or general exotic animal regulations.

States Where Wallabies Are Illegal

Many states prohibit the ownership of wallabies as pets, often as part of broader restrictions on exotic or non-native wildlife. These laws typically ban possession regardless of permits or licenses.

These states include Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Utah, and Washington.