Alligators, crocodiles and deadly vipers among dangerous animals kept at private homes in Scotland

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At least 120 dangerous wild animals are being kept legally at private addresses across Scotland. Alligators, deadly snakes and European bison are among exotic creatures being kept on a licence across seven local authorities.Freedom of information requests to Scotland's 32 councils found Dumfries and Galloway to be home to the highest number of "dangerous" animals, while others reside in Perth and Kinross, Angus, East Ayrshire, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Fife.The new data was released as a number of feral pigs and four lynx cats were illegally dumped in the Cairngorms National Park in recent weeks.

The Record found a singular owner holds a licence for 18 exotic pets - including a collection of alligators, crocodiles and snakes - in the hamlet of Noranside, near Forfar and Brechin in Angus.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. The unknown collector has four African Dwarf Crocodiles, two Dwarf Caimans, two American Alligators, two West African Nile Crocodiles and one Gila Monster - a