14 animals that are surprisingly legal to own as pets in the US

From ant eaters and skunks to boa constrictors and bears, some of the exotic animals that are legal to own in the US will surely surprise you.

Celebrities from Michael Jackson to Salvador Dali have popularized the idea of owning exotic animals as house pets. From lions to tigers to bears, some of the exotic animals that are legal to own in the US will surely surprise you. Though it may be legal to own some of these animals, many experts advise against it because of the special care these animals require. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. George Clooney and Miley Cyrus have happily called baby pigs their pets.

Celebrities from Michael Jackson to Salvador Dali have popularized the idea of owning exotic animals as house pets. From lions to tigers to bears, some of the exotic animals that are legal to own in the US will surely surprise you. Though it may be legal to own some of these animals, many experts advise against it because of the special care these animals require. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. George Clooney and Miley Cyrus have happily called baby pigs their pets.

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