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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 20Ch. 12Art. 1§ 57503 Domesticated Bird Definition

§ 57503 Domesticated Bird Definition

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§ 57503 Domesticated Bird Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •This law defines what 'fowl' means.
  • •'Fowl' includes chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, and other birds that people keep as pets or for farming.
  • •It does not include wild birds like pigeons or eagles.

Example

You have a farm with chickens, a turkey, and a few ducks.

Under this law, all these birds are considered 'fowl' because they are domesticated birds that people commonly keep.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 57503 Domesticated Bird Definition

“Fowl” means chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, and other domesticated birds. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1502, Sec. 1.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Related Statutes

  • § 34951 Definitions For Chapter Construction
  • § 34952 Milk Products Plant License
  • § 57501 Egg Product Definitions
  • § 57502 Poultry And Fish Feed
  • § 57504 Poultry And Rabbit Definition

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 57503.
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