$5k fixed penalty to be imposed on people feeding wild pigeons from tomorrow

 

You will get ticketed for $5k if you're caught feeding these birds from tomorrow

Starting from tomorrow, Sept. 1, anyone caught illegally feeding wild animals or feral pigeons will be issued a fixed penalty ticket of $5,000.

The prohibition contained in the Wild Animals Protection (Amendment) Ordinance 2024 took effect on August 1, but violators were merely given verbal warnings while the government undertook information and education campaign on the new law.

The Amendment Ordinance expands the territory-wide prohibition on feeding wild animals to cover feral pigeons, and provides a fixed penalty of $5,000 which could rise to a maximum of $100,000 on indictment.

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The law aims to step up curbs on illegal feeding activities, which is seen to encourage wild birds to flock to urban areas from their natural habitat, and forego feeding by themselves. Bird droppings are also regarded as a nuisance, and could lead to the spread of disease.

Since the law took effect starting this month, the Agricultural, Fisheries and Conservation Department has been collaborating with various agencies in stepping up patrols throughout Hong Kong, especially in places with records of previous illegal feeding activities.

The AFCD has also set up an inter-departmental working group which regularly reviews and discusses enforcement action against illegal feeding and arranges joint enforcement operations when necessary.

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Members of the public may call 1823 to report any suspected illegal feeding of wild animals or feral pigeons.

At the same time, the AFCD has launched a series of activities with the theme of "All For No Feeding", which includes setting up educational booths in various districts, distributing leaflets, and collaborating with legislators and local communities to promote the message.

These efforts aim to inform the public about the negative impact of feeding wild animals and feral pigeons, while publicising the latest feeding ban and penalties.

Relevant information has also been uploaded to the AFCD webpage: (www.afcd.gov.hk/english/conservation/con_fau/con_fau_wild_the.html).

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