Why is it illegal to keep sugar gliders?

Answer 1

It is illegal to keep sugar gliders in Australia because the sugar glider is a native animal and protected by law. On the whole, Australia prefers to allow its native animals to remain free.

Some states in USA have outlawed the keeping of sugar gliders because they recognise that introducing exotic animals into other areas is detrimental to the animal, and can cause environmental damage.

Answer 2

The sugar glider would be taken away if you were caught, and likely put to sleep. You would also likely be fined.