Coyote Management: Mountain View vs Palo Alto
How do coyote management rules compare between Mountain View, CA and Palo Alto, CA?
Mountain View and Palo Alto have similar restriction levels.
Mountain View, CA
Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County and partner cities follow a coexistence model led by SCC Vector Control and CDFW: hazing, attractant removal, and lethal control only for sick or aggressive animals. Title C and city codes ban intentional feeding of coyotes and other wildlife.
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Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County and partner cities follow a coexistence model led by SCC Vector Control and CDFW: hazing, attractant removal, and lethal control only for sick or aggressive animals. Title C and city codes ban intentional feeding of coyotes and other wildlife.
View full Palo Alto rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Mountain View | Palo Alto |
|---|---|---|
| Approach | Coexistence and hazing | Coexistence and hazing |
| Lead agency | SCC Vector Control plus CDFW | SCC Vector Control plus CDFW |
| County code | Title C wildlife feeding ban | Title C wildlife feeding ban |
| Lethal control | CDFW permit only | CDFW permit only |
| Hazing tools | Noise, eye contact, objects | Noise, eye contact, objects |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Mountain View 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 fallen fruit. Keep small pets indoors at dawn and dusk. Report aggressive coyotes to CDFW.
Is it illegal to feed coyotes in Santa Clara County?
Yes. SCC Title C and most city codes prohibit intentional wildlife feeding, including leaving pet food outdoors. Violations bring escalating administrative citations and possible nuisance abatement orders.
Palo Alto 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 fallen fruit. Keep small pets indoors at dawn and dusk. Report aggressive coyotes to CDFW.
Is it illegal to feed coyotes in Santa Clara County?
Yes. SCC Title C and most city codes prohibit intentional wildlife feeding, including leaving pet food outdoors. Violations bring escalating administrative citations and possible nuisance abatement orders.
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