Feeding wildlife (alligators, bears, sandhill cranes, raccoons) is prohibited under FL §379.412 and FWC Rule 68A-4.001. Intentional alligator feeding is a second-degree misdemeanor.
Florida makes alligator and crocodile feeding specifically criminal under §379.412 (2nd degree misdemeanor, $500 fine, 60 days jail). FWC Rule 68A-4.001 prohibits feeding bears, sandhill cranes, foxes, raccoons, and pelicans. Hillsborough County has abundant urban wildlife around the Hillsborough River, Alafia River, Tampa Bypass Canal, and Lake Thonotosassa. HOA ponds routinely host alligators.
$500 fine and/or 60 days jail for alligator feeding. Civil penalties for other wildlife.
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