While most people think of gliders as those little animals that glide through trees, the Sugar Glider is actually a marsupial native to Australia and Papua New Guinea. This unique little animal has become quite popular as a pet, but their availability and price varies across the globe depending on various factors, including where you live and how much you’re willing to pay. If you’re planning to take home a sugar glider in Namibia, here’s what you can expect to pay for it, so you don’t get surprised at the checkout counter!
The average cost of a sugar glider in Namibia
Sugar gliders are small marsupials that have relatively long lifespans for their size and care requirements. Depending on where you live, the prices of sugar gliders can vary significantly. In Namibia, you can expect to pay anywhere from $100 to $250 for a sugar glider.
Why sugar gliders are so expensive in Namibia
Sugar gliders are one of the most expensive pets in Namibia because they are native to Australia and have to be imported. The process of importing sugar gliders requires that the animals go through quarantine for up to six months, which means that you will need a breeder outside of Africa who is willing to export them. Quarantine costs $500 per animal, so if you want two sugar gliders, expect to spend over $1,000 just on quarantine fees.
How to care for a sugar glider
Sugar gliders are nocturnal and arboreal, which means they sleep during the day and spend their time high up in trees at night. They can live up to 13 years, but typically live between five to seven years. They are omnivores and eat both plants and animals like fruits, vegetables, eggs and meat. One of their favorite foods is honeycomb. The most important thing you can do to care for your sugar glider is provide it with plenty of space that mimics its natural habitat. A cage measuring 24 inches wide by 48 inches long by 18 inches tall will be sufficient for one or two sugar gliders. Place branches for climbing on one side and make sure there’s a small water dish that’s large enough for the animal to drink from as well as bathe in.