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Assembly bans feeding of certain wild animals and invasive species; public voices raise bunny concerns
Summary
The Assembly passed AO 2026‑53 to prohibit feeding some wild predators and deleterious exotic wildlife (including feral rabbits and invasive birds); the public urged exceptions for abandoned domestic rabbits and winter feeding needs; enforcement is complaint‑driven.
The Anchorage Assembly on April 28 enacted a new ordinance prohibiting the feeding of certain wild animals and deleterious exotic species in the municipality, addressing safety concerns about birds of prey and large wild mammals while expressly leaving lawful backyard bird feeders intact in most circumstances.
Sponsor Member Silvers framed the measure as a response to public safety incidents where eagles and other…
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