Wildlife Feeding: Riverside vs Temecula
How do wildlife feeding rules compare between Riverside, CA and Temecula, CA?
Riverside has fewer restrictions than Temecula.
Riverside, CA
Riverside County
California Fish & Game Code §251.1 prohibits harassing wildlife, and intentionally feeding large mammals such as deer, coyotes, bears, or mountain lions is strongly discouraged and can trigger nuisance abatement. Riverside residents should also avoid attracting wildlife via unsecured trash and pet food.
View full Riverside rules →Temecula, CA
Riverside County
California Fish & Game Code §251.1 and Title 14 CCR §251.3 prohibit feeding big game mammals (deer, elk, bears, mountain lions). Temecula's foothills and Wine Country see frequent coyote, deer, and occasional mountain lion activity, and feeding wildlife — including coyotes — is illegal and dangerous. Bird feeders are generally allowed but should be managed to avoid attracting rats and predators.
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