No, owning a kangaroo in France is prohibited under the Code de l’environnement (Article L411-1), classifying them as protected exotic species. The Ministère de la Transition Écologique enforces strict bans via the Liste des espèces animales non domestiques (2023 update), aligning with EU biodiversity directives. Exceptions require dérogation from DDT (Direction Départementale des Territoires), nearly impossible for private owners.
Key Regulations for Owning a Kangaroo in France
- Protected Species Status: Kangaroos (Macropus spp.) are listed in Annex B of the EU Wildlife Trade Regulations (2026 revision), requiring CITES permits for any possession—denied for private citizens.
- Local Authority Enforcement: DDT offices in each département monitor compliance, with penalties up to €150,000 (Article L415-3) for unauthorized possession or breeding.
- Zoo/Research Exemptions: Only accredited facilities (e.g., Parc Zoologique de Paris) may hold kangaroos under arrêtés préfectoraux, subject to veterinary and habitat inspections.