Pembroke Pines discourages feeding of free-roaming wildlife through general nuisance and animal control provisions in Chapter 91. Broward County also regulates wildlife interactions. Feeding wildlife that creates a public nuisance or health hazard can result in code violations. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) prohibits feeding certain species including alligators under FL Statute 379.
The City of Pembroke Pines addresses wildlife feeding through Chapter 91 (Animals) and general nuisance provisions. Feeding free-roaming wildlife that creates unsanitary conditions, attracts vermin, or constitutes a public nuisance is subject to code enforcement. Broward County animal regulations supplement city rules. Under FL Statute 379.3025, feeding alligators or crocodiles is a criminal offense. The FWC also prohibits feeding bears and other listed species. Residents are encouraged to report wildlife nuisance issues to the Code Compliance Unit at 954-431-4466.
Creating a wildlife nuisance through feeding is a code violation. Feeding alligators is a state criminal offense under FL Statute 379.
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