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- Animal Abuse to report pigeon trapping or netting on public property
You need a permit to trap pigeons in New York City. You must be a New York State licensed exterminator to request a permit.
Permits are not issued to trap pigeons on public property. This is an illegal activity that is considered animal abuse.
You can report someone trapping pigeons on private or commercial property without a permit.
The City does not accept complaints about people keeping pigeons in coops or as pets. Owning pigeons is legal in New York City.
