Jefferson Parish, LA Animal Ordinances: Wildlife Feeding (2026)

Section 7-219 makes it prohibited to harm, harass, or intentionally feed waterfowl by making food available for consumption on private property, or on public property within 20 feet of a public street or residence, within the parish. A person is deemed to have fed waterfowl if they place or toss food on the ground or within reach for consumption. 'Food' includes bread products, corn, oats, hay, nuts, grain, vegetables, and commercial wildlife or livestock feed, but not naturally fallen fruit or nuts and live vegetation. 'Waterfowl' means unowned or undomesticated ducks, geese, and other amphibious birds, including Muscovy ducks. Limited exceptions apply under Section 7-220.