In recent years South Africa has seen a dramatic increase in the keeping, breeding and trading of exotic animals and reptiles for the pet industry. The reality is that exotic animals and reptiles do not belong in captivity and should not be kept as pets.
INDIGENOUS WILDLIFE:
Indigenous reptiles and tortoises require permits from Nature Conservation, and those keeping wildlife illegally will face serious legal repercussions. Should you know of anyone who is illegally keeping indigenous wildlife, please contact the National Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism on 012 399 9604. Alternatively, contact us, or your nearest SPCA.
Animals suited for rehabilitation will be taken to a rehabilitation centre and then released back into the wild, in a suitable area. Those who are unable to survive on their own due to any impairment, should be taken to a rehabilitation centre and then a reputable sanctuary.
In a sanctuary they will be able to live a life as close as possible to living in the wild. Please contact our Wildlife Protection Unit on 011 907 3590/1/2/3 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for help in giving a wild animal a chance at a better life.
EXOTIC ANIMALS:
If you have exotic animals that you wish to surrender to the NSPCA, please contact our Wildlife Protection Unit on 011 907 3590/1/2/3 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
News supplied by uMngeni SPCA.