Marana discourages wildlife feeding through Town Code nuisance provisions and ARS 17-255.06, which makes it unlawful to intentionally feed wildlife in a manner that creates a public nuisance. Javelina, coyotes, and bobcats are common in the Sonoran Desert foothills around Dove Mountain.
Arizona law ARS 17-255.06 prohibits intentionally feeding wildlife, including javelina, coyote, deer, and other big game, in a manner that creates a public nuisance or endangers public safety. The Arizona Game and Fish Department enforces this statute and can issue citations. Marana Town Code Chapter 6-1 addresses animal nuisances broadly and empowers code enforcement to act on complaints involving wildlife attractants. In neighborhoods bordering the Tortolita Mountains and Saguaro National Park, the town has posted signage warning against feeding javelina and coyotes. Residents who leave pet food or unsecured garbage that attracts wildlife may be cited for creating a nuisance even without direct intentional feeding. The Dove Mountain community has specific HOA guidelines addressing desert wildlife interactions consistent with Arizona Game and Fish recommendations.
Violation of ARS 17-255.06: Class 1 misdemeanor, up to $2,500 fine and 6 months in jail. Town code nuisance: civil penalty per occurrence.
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