Showing ordinances that apply to South Apopka, FL
South Apopka is an unincorporated community (population 6,803) in Orange County, Florida. Because South Apopka is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Orange County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The exotic pets rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Exotic pets are regulated by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) under FL Chapter 379. Class I animals (big cats, bears, apes) are banned as pets; Class II and III require FWC permits.
Orange County defers to FWC licensing. Iguanas, tegus, and Burmese pythons are prohibited or restricted as Conditional and Prohibited species due to Everglades-era invasive concerns. Reptile breeders in rural east Orange County must carry FWC Class III licenses. Feeding wildlife, particularly alligators at Lake Apopka and Econlockhatchee River areas, is illegal under FL 379.412.
Unlicensed Class I possession: second-degree misdemeanor, up to 60 days jail and 500 dollar fine. Prohibited species: third-degree felony.
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