Feeding deer and waterfowl discouraged in Cuyahoga County. Ohio Division of Wildlife prohibits deer feeding where it contributes to disease or nuisance. Cleveland Metroparks rules ban all wildlife feeding. Bird feeders permitted.
Cuyahoga County sits in a deer overpopulation zone; the Ohio Division of Wildlife (ODNR) administers herd management. OAC 1501:31-15-11 restricts deer feeding in CWD-monitored areas. Cleveland Metroparks Ordinance 9 prohibits feeding any wildlife on park property. Bird feeders remain permitted but should not attract deer or raccoons.
ODNR wildlife violation: up to 500 dollars. Metroparks feeding: up to 150 dollars.
Cuyahoga County, OH
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