Ojai discourages wildlife feeding due to human-wildlife conflicts. Feeding deer, coyotes, bears, and other wildlife attracts them to residential areas. Trash must be secured in wildlife-resistant containers. Mountain lion and bear encounters are reported to CDFW.
While Ojai does not have a specific wildlife feeding ordinance, Ventura County and California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) regulations apply. Intentionally feeding coyotes is prohibited. Residents must secure trash in animal-resistant containers. Bird feeders should be brought in at night to avoid attracting bears. Ojai's mountain-ringed valley location creates frequent encounters with deer, coyotes, mountain lions, and occasionally black bears. Feral cat colony management falls under Ventura County Animal Services. Feeding wildlife near the Ojai Valley Trail is particularly discouraged.
Deliberate coyote feeding: county citation. Unsecured trash attracting wildlife: nuisance violation. Mountain lion/bear encounters: report to CDFW (805) 685-6033.
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