Some states require a permit to keep exotic species, so it may be a matter of getting the correct permit from the seller rather than not being able to keep it at all. I don't know in Maine's case though. Check with a pet store you trust that carries exotics or call state offices as they may be able to tell you how to find out what is actually required. Some states attempt to use these laws to control importation of wildcaught animals and their associated public health issues (but it doesn't usually work). Buying an animal online would be subject to the same law as trying to buy one in state. If you try to "smuggle" one in by buying online you will unintentionally make it that much harder for the rest of us to convince various states that we are responsible keepers. As for a beardie...they are great pets! Very social, active, funny, attractive. If your state allows them that's a great choice.

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