What Are Some of the Most Unusual Pets?

Within the world, there a lot of different animals! The animals that people tend to keep at pets only cover a small portion of all the creatures that inhabit the world. However, even thinking “outside of the box” doesn’t fuller cover all the kinds of creatures that can be kept as a pet. A few of the most unusual pets are: wallabies, tarantulas, piranhas, potbellied pigs, Madagascar hissing cockroach, skunks, the “Pac man” frog, sugar gliders, hermit crabs, and stick insects.

When it comes to owning a piranha, a person should not be faint of heart. This creature is known to live up to its Hollywood title as being vicious and doesn’t necessarily hesitate to bite whatever comes its way. Be careful! Now, on the other hand, tarantulas aren’t so bad. Contrary to what they are known for, tarantulas are not usually dangerous or aggressive. This animal is becoming quite popular mainly because of their interesting and low-maintenance nature.

The most unusual pet, in my opinion, would have to be the Madagascar hissing cockroach. I find it completely unique how people actually own such a creature as a pet! This roach can grow up to three inches long and over an inch wide. Luckily, they do not bite and are, in fact, great pets for children to be around. The Madagascar hissing cockroach is quite clean, odorless, docile and harmless creatures.