Albuquerque prohibits intentional feeding of coyotes, bears, javelinas, and other nuisance wildlife under ROA 1994 Chapter 9 with enhanced penalties in foothills neighborhoods.
ROA Chapter 9 (Animal Control) prohibits the intentional feeding of wildlife including coyotes, bears, javelinas, foxes, skunks, and raccoons within city limits. Unintentional feeding (accessible trash, pet food left outside, bird seed attracting non-target species) is also a violation after warning. The rules are enforced strictly in Sandia Foothills neighborhoods (Glenwood Hills, Four Hills, High Desert) where bear and mountain lion encounters are common during dry summers. Hummingbird and songbird feeders are permitted with spill management. Wildlife feeding that causes a public safety incident (attack, aggressive behavior) carries enhanced penalties. The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish coordinates with Animal Welfare on bear and mountain lion removals.
First offense: written warning. Second offense: $250-$500 fine. Third offense: up to $1,000 fine and potential misdemeanor charge if feeding caused a public safety incident.
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