Intentional feeding of deer, bears, coyotes, and waterfowl is discouraged in Lowell; feeding that creates a public health nuisance can be cited by the Board of Health.
Massachusetts prohibits the intentional feeding of black bears and in some circumstances deer under MassWildlife regulations, and Lowell's Board of Health can cite any feeding practice that attracts rodents, creates unsanitary conditions, or endangers public safety. Along the Merrimack River and Concord River corridors, residents sometimes feed ducks and geese; excessive feeding creates water-quality issues and habituates waterfowl to humans. Bird feeding is allowed for songbirds, but feeders must be maintained to prevent rodent attraction (fallen seed cleared daily, feeders cleaned periodically). Coyote sightings are common in the Highlands and Belvidere; feeding coyotes (directly or by leaving pet food outside) can result in nuisance citations. First offenses typically get a warning; continued violations carry 50 to 300 dollar fines.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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