Federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act and California Fish and Game Code protect most native birds in Moorpark, including hawks and owls common in oak woodlands and the Tierra Rejada Valley near Underwood Family Farms.
Most native birds in Moorpark, including raptors such as red-tailed hawks, great horned owls, and acorn woodpeckers occupying valley oak habitat, are protected under the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act and California Fish and Game Code Sections 3503 and 3503.5. It is unlawful to destroy active nests, eggs, or young. Tree trimming during nesting season (typically February through August) requires a nesting bird survey if active nests are likely. Moorpark Tree Preservation Ordinance under Title 12 reinforces protection by limiting removal of oaks that often host nesting birds.
Destroying active nests during trimming, harming raptors, or disturbing nesting birds during construction can trigger state and federal penalties beyond local code enforcement.
Moorpark, CA
Moorpark requires property owners to maintain minimum clearances of 8 feet over sidewalks and 14 feet over streets. Chapter 12.08 governs trees, shrubs, and ...
Moorpark, CA
Moorpark protects heritage and native trees, particularly coast live oaks and valley oaks, which are prominent throughout the city's hillside and equestrian ...
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