Feeding wildlife is discouraged under CA Fish & Game Code §251.3, which prohibits feeding big game (deer, bear, elk). Fresno County foothill and Sierra Nevada areas have active bear and mountain lion populations; feeding attracts predators.
CA F&G §251.3 makes it unlawful to feed big game mammals, including bears (critical for Sierra foothills east of Fresno County). CDFW can issue depredation permits and may destroy habituated wildlife. Fresno County unincorporated foothill communities (Shaver Lake, Huntington Lake area) are subject to bear-aware garbage regulations. Bird feeding is generally allowed but may be restricted if it creates rodent/attractant issues under §6.08 nuisance provisions.
CA F&G §251.3 violation: misdemeanor, up to $1,000 fine and/or 6 months jail. Repeat attractant-nuisance: county abatement under health code.
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