Miami Beach prohibits intentional feeding of wildlife including feral cats, feral dogs, peafowl, iguanas, and other wild animals on public and commercial property. A registered feeder program provides controlled exceptions for community cat colony management through Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR).
Miami Beach prohibits the intentional feeding of feral cats, feral dogs, peafowl, and wildlife on commercial and public property. Feeding iguanas, raccoons, seabirds, and other wild animals is prohibited as it creates nuisance conditions and public health concerns. The city operates a Registered Feeder Program for community cat colony management, allowing registered feeders to provide food and fresh water to managed cat colonies while monitoring populations and supporting Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) operations. Registered feeders must follow specific protocols including feeding schedules, clean-up requirements, and colony documentation. The invasive iguana population is a particular concern on the barrier island, and residents are advised never to feed iguanas directly or leave pet food or ripened fruit outside. Miami Beach Animal Services at (305) 884-1101 handles wildlife feeding complaints. Violations of feeding prohibitions contribute to overpopulation of nuisance species and may attract predators.
Wildlife feeding violations are enforced by Code Compliance at (305) 673-7555 and Animal Services at (305) 884-1101. Citations may be issued for feeding prohibited wildlife species. Repeat offenders face escalating fines through the Code Enforcement Board.
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