Lakewood vs Long Beach
How do coyote management rules compare between Lakewood, CA and Long Beach, CA?
Long Beach has fewer restrictions than Lakewood.
Lakewood, CA
Los Angeles County
DACC's 2017 Coyote Management Plan emphasizes coexistence, hazing, and attractant removal over lethal control. LACO Title 10.84.010 bans intentional feeding of coyotes and other wildlife in unincorporated areas, with citations and escalating fines for violations.
View full Lakewood rules →Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles County
Long Beach uses a non-lethal coyote management plan emphasizing hazing, attractant removal, and reporting, consistent with California Fish and Game Code rules administered by CDFW.
View full Long Beach rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Lakewood | Long Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Plan adopted | DACC Coyote Plan, 2017 | - |
| Primary tool | Hazing and attractant removal | - |
| Feeding ban | LACO Title 10.84.010 | - |
| Lethal removal | Aggressive or rabid only | - |
| Lead agency | DACC | - |
| City approach | - | Non-lethal hazing first |
| State code | - | Fish and Game 4152 |
| Trapping permit | - | CDFW depredation only |
| Reporting tool | - | Go Long Beach app |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Lakewood FAQ
What should I do if a coyote enters my yard?
Use hazing: shout, wave arms, bang pots, throw small objects from a distance. Secure pet food, trash, and fruit. Keep small pets indoors at dawn and dusk. Report aggressive coyotes to DACC.
Is it illegal to feed coyotes?
Yes. LACO Title 10.84.010 bans intentional wildlife feeding in unincorporated LA County, including leaving pet food outdoors. Violations bring escalating administrative citations and possible nuisance abatement.
Long Beach FAQ
Can I shoot a coyote on my property?
Discharging a firearm is prohibited within Long Beach city limits under LBMC 9.18.020 except in defense of life. Use hazing techniques and call LBACS for chronic problem animals.
What attracts coyotes to my yard?
Open trash bins, fallen fruit, pet food, water dishes, and unsecured small pets at night. Removing these attractants is the most effective prevention recommended by LBACS and CDFW.
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