Feeding alligators, bears, raccoons, foxes, sandhill cranes, or pelicans is prohibited in Broward under FAC 68A-4.001 as a second-degree misdemeanor. Sea turtle lighting rules apply on coastal beaches.
FL Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Rule 68A-4.001 makes it a Class 2 misdemeanor to intentionally feed or entice wild alligators, bears, raccoons, foxes, sandhill cranes, pelicans, or any other wildlife that may threaten human safety. Broward's urban-wildland interface with the Everglades Conservation Area brings alligators and wading birds into suburban canals and retention ponds throughout the county, especially in Weston, Pembroke Pines, and Coral Springs. Feeding Muscovy ducks, iguanas, and other invasive species is discouraged but not specifically prohibited statewide. Broward County Code Chapter 4, Section 4-14 addresses nuisance conditions from food left outside, which attracts raccoons, opossums, and rats. The FL Python Challenge (annual FWC competition) incentivizes removal of invasive Burmese pythons from public lands near the Everglades. Sea turtle beaches (March 1 - October 31) prohibit flashlights, fires, and disturbance of nests under FL 379.2431. Iguana control is covered by FWC β iguanas are a nonnative species that may be humanely killed on private property year-round.
FWC citation under 68A-4.001: second-degree misdemeanor, up to $500 fine and 60 days jail. Repeat or egregious: enhanced penalties. Local nuisance food citations: $50-$250 first offense.
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