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Exotic Pets: Boynton Beach vs West Palm Beach

How do exotic pets rules compare between Boynton Beach, FL and West Palm Beach, FL?

Boynton Beach and West Palm Beach have similar restriction levels.

Boynton Beach, FL

Palm Beach County

Heavy Restrictions

Exotic and wildlife pets in Boynton Beach are regulated by FL Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) under FL Β§379. Class I wildlife banned as pets; Class II and III require permits.

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West Palm Beach, FL

Palm Beach County

Heavy Restrictions

Exotic and wildlife species are regulated by FL Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) under FL Β§379. Class I wildlife (large cats, bears, primates) banned as pets. Class II requires FWC permit. Reptiles over certain sizes restricted.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactBoynton BeachWest Palm Beach
RegulatorFL FWC-
Class IBanned as petsBanned as pets
Class IIPermit requiredFWC permit + experience
Class IIIFree license-
Invasive SnakesBanned 2010-
Authority-FWC under FL Β§379
Pythons-Banned since 2021
Wildlife Feeding-Illegal per FL Β§379.412

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Boynton Beach FAQ

Who enforces this in Boynton Beach?

Boynton Beach code enforcement at (561) 742-6780 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in Boynton Beach?

Boynton Beach code enforcement at (561) 742-6780 handles complaints.

West Palm Beach FAQ

Who enforces this in West Palm Beach?

West Palm Beach code enforcement at (561) 822-1300 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in West Palm Beach?

West Palm Beach code enforcement at (561) 822-1300 handles complaints.

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