South Dakota's exotic animal laws are pretty lax and that's putting it mildly.

Maybe you're a big USD fan and want a pet coyote? Or, perhaps, you've got a bad termite problem and could use a friendly anteater in your life? Check out this list of ten terribly unpractical animals you can legally keep as a pet in the Mount Rushmore State.

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South Dakota

In order to own a non-domestic cat or dog, bear, rhino, elephant, primate, non-domestic ferret, and some other animals you will need to obtain a permit.

-The Spruce Pets Website

10 Surprising Animals You Can Keep As a Pet in SD

Story Sources: The Spruce Pets Website, Hub Pages Website

11 Things You’ll Only Understand After Living in South Dakota

From soda to pop to sloppy Joes, different parts of the country have their local quirks and language. Simple phrases can have totally different meanings, local events may seem weird, and food may go by a unique name.

If you're new to South Dakota, here is a sort of translation guide for some odd things you may see or hear.

Gallery Credit: Ben Kuhns

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