People can surrender exotic pets that they can no longer care for, free of charge with no questions asked, at this one-day-only event to be held at Miami Metrozoo in conjunction with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

All surrendered pets will be examined by a licensed veterinarian and if they appear healthy, we will try to place them with willing, qualified adopters.

Exotic reptiles, amphibians, birds, fish and mammals will be accepted; domestic pets (dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets) will not be accepted.

Amnesty Day is a free event and open to the public.  Educational exhibits and live animals will be on display and experts will be on hand to answer questions about exotic animals.  Come and learn about being a responsible nonnative pet owner!

Becoming a Nonnative Wildlife Adopter
If you are interested in becoming an exotic pet adopter, you will need to fill out an application.  Accepted adopters will receive a letter of acceptance and should plan on attending the event in Miami.  There is no fee to become an adopter, but adopters must have experience with and knowledge about the animals they would like to adopt.  For more information, please contact FWC's Jenny Tinnell at 850-926-0128.