Here you’ll find 10 Pets and domestic animals that start with I that begin with I, organized from “Iguana” to “Italian honey bee”. These animals include companion reptiles and birds, small livestock, and pollinators. People keep them for companionship, hobby farming, and light production like honey or eggs.

Pets and domestic animals that start with I are species people keep for companionship, utility, or production. A notable example is the Italian honey bee, prized by beekeepers for its gentle behavior and honey output.

Below you’ll find the table with Scientific name, Size (cm), and Classification.

Scientific name: The Latin binomial helps you identify the exact species and find reliable care or biology information.

Size (cm): Typical adult length or height in centimeters helps you judge space needs and appropriate housing for the animal.

Classification: Broad group such as Mammal, Bird, Reptile, Fish, or Arthropod helps you compare care needs and biology.

Pets and domestic animals that start with I

NameScientific nameTypical adult size (cm)Classification
IguanaIguana iguana120–200 cmReptile
Indian peafowlPavo cristatus100–150 cmBird
Iridescent sharkPangasianodon hypophthalmus70–120 cmFish
Indian stick insectCarausius morosus8–10 cmArthropod
Indian star tortoiseGeochelone elegans20–30 cmReptile
Indian ringneckPsittacula krameri40–50 cmBird
Italian honey beeApis mellifera1.3–1.5 cmArthropod
Indigo snakeDrymarchon couperi120–200 cmReptile
Indian garden lizardCalotes versicolor30–40 cmReptile
Indian mynaAcridotheres tristis23–26 cmBird

Descriptions

Iguana
Popular pet lizard known for its green color and long tail; kept by experienced hobbyists, native to Central and South America, requires heat and space.
Indian peafowl
Ornamental bird kept on farms and estates for striking male trains and loud calls; native to South Asia and often raised for display.
Iridescent shark
Large freshwater catfish commonly sold to aquarium hobbyists as juveniles; grows big and active, often kept in ponds or very large tanks.
Indian stick insect
A popular beginner-friendly walking stick often kept in classrooms and homes; easy to care for and native to southern Asia.
Indian star tortoise
Small, decorative tortoise prized in the pet trade for its star-patterned shell; needs dry, warm conditions and is native to South Asia.
Indian ringneck
A loud, long-tailed parakeet species commonly kept as a cage bird and talker; adaptable and widely traded as pets.
Italian honey bee
A domesticated honey bee species widely kept by beekeepers for honey and pollination; gentle and productive, originating from Italy.
Indigo snake
A large, nonvenomous snake kept by experienced reptile keepers; known for glossy blue-black coloring and active daytime behavior in captivity.
Indian garden lizard
Common small agamid often kept by hobbyists in Asia; an active, sun-loving lizard that adapts to simple terrarium setups.
Indian myna
A vocal, adaptable bird often kept as a pet or cage bird in parts of Asia; known for mimicry and a bold temperament.
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