The California Highway Patrol responded this week to a driver’s report of a baby tiger on Highway 166. Upon investigation, officers found a dead hawk instead. This case highlights the public's misconceptions about exotic animals, particularly with strict California laws that prohibit private ownership of big cats for safety reasons. The Big Cat Public Safety Act supports these regulations, emphasizing the risks of owning such animals. Recent incidents involving unlawful exotic animal ownership further underline the need for stringent enforcement of these laws to protect both public safety and wildlife.
A driver reported what appeared to be a baby tiger on Highway 166, but officers found a dead hawk instead, highlighting a curious case of mistaken identity.
California law prohibits owning exotic animals like tigers due to public safety risks. This reflects broader concerns about big cat private ownership.
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