Intentional feeding of wildlife such as raccoons, coyotes, feral cats, and waterfowl is discouraged in Isleton and can be cited as a public nuisance. California Fish and Game Code 4150 prohibits possession of most native wildlife.
The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta surrounding Isleton hosts abundant wildlife including raccoons, skunks, coyotes, river otters, beavers, muskrats, and large populations of waterfowl on the Pacific Flyway. Intentional feeding of these animals habituates them to human food sources, creates neighborhood nuisances, and endangers both the wildlife and people. Under California Fish and Game Code 4150, native mammals may not be possessed without a permit, which limits the legality of rehabbing or holding wildlife. Feeding that attracts wildlife onto a neighbors property, creates odor, or increases dangerous animal encounters may be abated as a public nuisance by the city. Deliberate coyote feeding is specifically discouraged by CDFW guidance because it increases attacks on pets. Songbird feeding is generally permitted if feeders are maintained, kept clean, and not attracting rodents.
Public nuisance citations for wildlife feeding typically begin at 100 to 250 dollars. Creating a public health hazard (for example, repeatedly feeding raccoons or coyotes) may escalate to 500 dollars plus abatement costs.
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