Wildlife Feeding: Babylon vs Huntington Station
How do wildlife feeding rules compare between Babylon, NY and Huntington Station, NY?
Babylon and Huntington Station have similar restriction levels.
Babylon, NY
Suffolk County
Feeding deer, waterfowl, and wild turkeys is prohibited in Babylon under DEC regulations and local nuisance rules. Feeding waterfowl at Argyle Lake and Belmont Lake State Park triggers fines.
View full Babylon rules →Huntington Station, NY
Suffolk County
Suffolk County Code Chapter 355 (Feeding of Waterfowl) prohibits feeding ducks, geese, and swans in county parks and at county-controlled waterways. NY ECL 11-0505 and DEC regulations prohibit feeding deer and bear statewide. Feeding creates nuisance and public health concerns.
View full Huntington Station rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Babylon | Huntington Station |
|---|---|---|
| Deer Feeding | Banned statewide | 6 NYCRR 189 banned |
| DEC Regulation | 6 NYCRR 189 | - |
| Argyle Lake | No waterfowl feeding | - |
| Songbird Feeders | Generally allowed | - |
| Fine Range | 100 to 500 dollars | - |
| Waterfowl | - | Suffolk Code Ch 355 |
| Bear Feeding | - | NY ECL prohibited |
| Enforcement | - | County parks plus DEC |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Babylon FAQ
Can I feed the ducks at Argyle Lake?
No. Feeding waterfowl at Argyle Lake and Belmont Lake State Park is prohibited and subject to fines. Bread also harms waterfowl health.
Who enforces this in Babylon?
Babylon code enforcement at (631) 957-3000 handles complaints.
Huntington Station FAQ
Who enforces this in Suffolk County?
Suffolk County code enforcement at (631) 853-4000 handles complaints.
Who enforces this in Suffolk County?
Suffolk County code enforcement at (631) 853-4000 handles complaints.
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