Dunedin defers to Florida law on wildlife feeding. FWC rules and Florida Statute 379.412 prohibit feeding bears, alligators, sandhill cranes, pelicans, and several other species, with escalating penalties for repeat offenses involving bears or alligators.
Florida Statute 379.412 establishes graduated penalties for feeding wildlife in violation of FWC rules. A first violation is a $100 noncriminal infraction. For bears, alligators, and crocodilians, a second violation is a second-degree misdemeanor, a third is a first-degree misdemeanor, and a fourth or subsequent violation is a third-degree felony. FWC rule 68A-4.001 prohibits feeding pelicans, sandhill cranes, and non-human primates and bans placing food where it attracts black bears, coyotes, foxes, or raccoons. Dunedin's general nuisance and property-maintenance rules also apply when feeding attracts vermin or wildlife in a way that disturbs neighbors. Songbird and squirrel feeders remain generally allowed if maintained.
First offense $100 civil fine. Repeat offenses involving bears or alligators escalate to misdemeanors and ultimately a third-degree felony. FWC officers and local code enforcement both cite.
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