Wildlife Feeding: Arlington vs Fort Worth
How do wildlife feeding rules compare between Arlington, TX and Fort Worth, TX?
Arlington and Fort Worth have similar restriction levels.
Arlington, TX
Tarrant County
Arlington prohibits intentional feeding of wildlife that creates a nuisance, health risk, or attracts dangerous animals. Feeding songbirds and squirrels from properly maintained feeders is permitted, but leaving food for deer, feral hogs, raccoons, coyotes, or stray cats can result in citations under the city's nuisance and public health ordinances.
View full Arlington rules →Fort Worth, TX
Tarrant County
Fort Worth prohibits feeding wildlife including coyotes, raccoons, feral hogs, and bobcats under Chapter 6, though songbird and squirrel feeding from standard feeders is allowed.
View full Fort Worth rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Arlington | Fort Worth |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Code | - | Chapter 6 Animals and Fowl |
| Prohibited Targets | - | Coyotes, raccoons, feral hogs, deer |
| Allowed | - | Songbird and squirrel feeders (properly maintained) |
| Common Hotspots | - | Trinity River corridor, Tandy Hills |
| Fine | - | Up to $500 per offense |
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Arlington FAQ
Fort Worth FAQ
Can I feed birds in my Fort Worth backyard?
Yes. Standard songbird feeders are allowed. Just keep them maintained so they do not attract rodents or become a public nuisance.
Is feeding coyotes illegal?
Yes. Intentionally feeding coyotes, raccoons, and other predatory or nuisance wildlife is prohibited under Chapter 6.
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