If you’re an avid animal lover, there may be no limit to which animals you care for. Considering how many animals there are in the world, it’s no surprise that a dog or cat may not be up everyone’s alley. There are, however, a number of wild pets that can be kept, including lizards and amphibians. Keep in mind that there are strict regulations about which animals a person can keep as a pet. There are smaller varieties of animals and especially particular types of reptiles, which are extremely popular among animal lovers.

Lizards, amphibians, snakes, and frogs top the list of weird pets, but that doesn’t mean they don’t make good pets. Most of these are nocturnal creatures, so they require special care, food, and medication. Big tree lizards are best suited for outdoor captivity. Smaller varieties, like the kind that live in small stone crevices, are rarely taken as pets, but can be found in some specialty animal shops. Snakes are often thought of as dangerous, but in fact, very few are actually venomous. Many don’t even have fangs. These are coldblooded creatures that require a preheated chamber.

All of these animals have differing diets. Some eat greenery and insects, while others eat eggs and live animals. Whichever you choose, be sure to nurture it and care for it, and ask your local animal expert or vet how to best maintain these animals in your home.