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Wildlife Feeding: Long Beach vs Torrance

How do wildlife feeding rules compare between Long Beach, CA and Torrance, CA?

Long Beach has fewer restrictions than Torrance.

Long Beach, CA

Los Angeles County

Some Restrictions

Long Beach prohibits feeding wildlife in public parks and beaches under LBMC Title 16. Feeding pigeons and other pest wildlife may constitute a nuisance violation under the city's nuisance code Chapter 9.37.

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Torrance, CA

Los Angeles County

Heavy Restrictions

Feeding birds on any public property in Torrance is illegal and punishable as a misdemeanor or infraction under the municipal code.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactLong BeachTorrance
Parks/BeachesFeeding wildlife prohibited-
CodeLBMC Title 16-
NuisanceLBMC Ch. 9.37 may apply-
EnforcementCode Enforcement and Animal Care-
Public Property-Bird feeding prohibited
Violation-Misdemeanor or infraction
Scope-Streets, parks, sidewalks, lots
Private Property-Not specifically restricted

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Long Beach FAQ

Can I feed birds in my yard?

Generally yes, but Long Beach may restrict bird feeders in areas with bear or other wildlife activity. Check local rules.

Is it illegal to feed stray cats?

Feral cat colony management rules vary in Long Beach. Casual feeding may violate wildlife feeding ordinances.

Torrance FAQ

Can I feed birds in my yard?

Generally yes, but Torrance may restrict bird feeders in areas with bear or other wildlife activity. Check local rules.

Is it illegal to feed stray cats?

Feral cat colony management rules vary in Torrance. Casual feeding may violate wildlife feeding ordinances.

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