No, feeding wild pigeons in Argentina is prohibited under the National Law 22.421 (Environmental Protection Act) and Buenos Aires City Ordinance 11.364/2016, which classify it as an act of altering wildlife behavior. Municipalities enforce fines up to ARS 50,000 (2026 adjusted values) for violations.
Key Regulations for Feeding Wild Pigeons in Argentina
- National Law 22.421: Prohibits actions that disrupt natural wildlife behavior, including artificial feeding, under Article 27.
- Buenos Aires City Ordinance 11.364/2016: Explicitly bans feeding pigeons in public spaces, with enforcement by the Agencia de Protección Ambiental (APRA).
- Provincial Variations: Córdoba (Law 10.208) and Santa Fe (Decree 437/2021) mirror restrictions, delegating enforcement to local environmental agencies.
Violators face escalating penalties, including community service under the 2024 Ley de Delitos Ambientales. Exemptions exist only for licensed wildlife rehabilitation centers.