Harris County has no ordinance prohibiting wildlife feeding in unincorporated areas. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department regulates interactions with protected wildlife. Feeding wildlife that creates a nuisance may be addressed under general nuisance provisions.
Unincorporated Harris County does not have a specific wildlife feeding ordinance. Texas Parks and Wildlife Code regulates interactions with protected and game species but does not generally prohibit casual wildlife feeding. Feeding feral hogs is prohibited statewide as they are an invasive species. Wildlife feeding that attracts vermin or creates unsanitary conditions may be addressed under Texas LGC Chapter 343 nuisance provisions. Bird feeders and backyard wildlife habitat are not regulated by the county. Alligator feeding is prohibited under Texas Parks and Wildlife regulations.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Harris County code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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