A Colorado man died after a Gila monster bite. Opinions and laws on keeping the lizard as a pet vary. : vimarsana.com

Gila monsters are legal to own in most states, easily found through breeders and at reptile shows, and widely regarded for their striking color patterns and typically easygoing personality.

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