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The Avenue of the Baobabs preserves the remnant trees of an ancient tropical forest on Madagascar.

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Mississippi requires a permit to own certain exotic animals considered "inherently dangerous," such as hippos, big cats and bears. Permit applicants must be at least 21, have experience with the ...

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The exotic pet trend is growing globally and setting off alarm bells among wildlife conservation experts. An exotic pet’s journey often starts with being captured in a remote jungle and ends in a U.S.

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